Crunchyroll has announced many preview events for the Annecy Festivalto be held from 11 to 14 June in France. During the festival it will be possible to see the world premiere of the animated film BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- and the horror comedy series Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead.
But it didn’t end here. The April 13 the company will hold a panel in which it will talk about the world of anime and how it is a constantly evolving phenomenon. It will be presented by none other than Mitchel BergerSenior Vice President of the company.
Let’s find out all the details together thanks to the press release released by the company.
CRUNCHYROLL CELEBRATES THE WORLD OF ANIME AT THE ANNECY FESTIVAL
In this year’s edition Crunchyroll brings into competition in the TV section the premiere of the anime film about the world of football BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- and the anime series Zom 100
Rome (May 13, 2024) – Crunchyroll, the home of anime from around the world, will participate in the Annecy International Animated Film Festival from 11 to 14 June in France. Crunchyroll will bring the highly anticipated anime to the world of football BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI-whose world premiere will be part of the recently announced ‘Annecy Presents’ section, and the horror comedy genre anime series Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, in competition in the TV Films section. Additionally, Crunchyroll’s SVP of Global Commerce, Mitchel Berger, will host a sector panel to celebrate the world of anime.
The Annecy Festival inspires and makes the world vibrate to the rhythm of animation, highlighting the creative dynamism and richness that this sector represents.
From exclusive presentations of the latest animated works to demonstrations of the latest and future trends, through meetings with experienced directors and emerging talents, the Annecy International Animated Film Festival is an exciting celebration in an exceptional setting.
The official competition of the festival awards every year short and feature films, series, graduation films and commissioned films, all made in animation.
BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI-
The international preview of the long-awaited anime film about the world of football will be part of the new section “Annecy Presents”
SYNOPSIS
“It’s a nuisance.” That’s what high school sophomore Nagi Seishiro likes to say in her boring life. But things change when Mikage Reo, a classmate of his who dreams of winning the World Cup, sees Nagi’s hidden talents, and encourages him to start playing football to share his incredible talent. One day, he receives an invitation to the mysterious BLUE LOCK project. What awaits him is a meeting with the most skilled attackers from across the nation. Nagi’s dream of becoming the best, together with Reo, will bring this prodigy into a previously unknown world.
A prodigy can only be forged when someone discovers him… now, striker Nagi Seishiro’s incredible talent and personality will shake up the world of football.
Directed by Shunsuke Ishikawa. Original story by Muneyuki Kaneshiro. Kouta Sannomiya manga with Character Design by Yusuke Nomura. Produced by Eightbit.
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
The first episode, which streamed in 2023 on Crunchyrollwill be part of the official selection in the TV Film category.
SYNOPSIS
The entire city is ravaged by zombies, but Akira has never felt so alive!
That’s why she’s on a mission to complete all 100 resolutions on her bucket list.
Directed by Kazuki Kawagoe. Original story by Muneyuki Kaneshiro. Manga by Haro Aso and Kotaro Takata. Produced by BUG FILMS.
CRUNCHYROLL PRESENTS: THE WORLD OF ANIME
Wednesday, June 13 | 3.30pm CET
Haute-Savoie Chambre de Métiers et de l’Artisanat
Crunchyroll Presents: The World of Anime
As interest explodes around the world, anime isn’t a phenomenon that’s just spreading out: it’s already here! Join Mitchel Berger, Crunchyroll’s Senior Vice President of Global Commerce, in a conversation about the global phenomenon of anime and its impact on pop culture. Berger will talk about why anime is becoming so successful and how Crunchyroll and others are fueling fan passion for anime on a global scale.
- Hosts: Michel Berger of Crunchyroll (Senior Vice President, Global Commerce)
About Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll connects anime and manga fans in over 200 countries and territories through the most beloved content and titles. In addition to free viewing of ad-supported titles and a premium membership option to access the full catalog of series, Crunchyroll speaks to the global anime community through events, movie releases, video games, collectibles and manga. Anime fans can access the largest catalog of titles in existence through Crunchyroll, translated into multiple languages for fans around the world. Part of the offer includes each season and a vast list of simulcast titles: highly anticipated new releases available immediately after the Japanese broadcast. The Crunchyroll app is available on nearly 15 platforms, including most gaming consoles.
Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between U.S.-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan’s Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group.
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