Bandai Namco Filmworks and Shinei Animation have released a new musical trailer from the film adaptation of the novel Toritsukare Otoko (The Obsessed Man), written by Shinji Ishii. Along with the trailer, it was confirmed that the film will be released on November 7 in Japan.
The story will be formatted musical film and will star Masaya Sanomember of the group Ae!, who will play Giuseppe. The co-star will be Moka Kamishiraishiwho will play Pechka. Both actors will also be in charge of performing the songs in the film.
A story of love, obsessions and redemption
The original novel, published in 2001, revolves around Giuseppea peculiar man who everyone in his town knows as “the obsessed man”, due to his habit of focusing intensely on a single interest for short periods of time. Everything changes when he meets Pechkaa balloon seller with whom he falls in love at first sight. However, the sadness that she keeps in her heart creates a barrier that Giuseppe cannot cross.
With the help of his inseparable friend, a little mouse called DarlingGiuseppe begins to use the knowledge gained from his past obsessions to try to get closer to Pechka and heal her pain.
Original music and an experienced team
The soundtrack will feature the participation of atagimember of Awesome City Club, who composed five original songs and part of the film's background music. You can hear the song in the trailer “Fanfare ~Koi ni Ukarete~”played by Sano and Kamishiraishi.
The direction is in the hands of Wataru Takahashiknown for his work in several films Crayon Shin-chanwhile the script has been written by Naoyuki Miura (Fujoshi, Ukkari Gay ni Kokuru). The character designs were done by Masatsugu Arakawa (Windy Tales, Medabots Spirit).
Distributed by Bandai Namco Filmworks, Toritsukare Otoko promises to be a moving and visually enchanting musical experience that explores the power of emotions, love and personal transformation.
