The anime film based on Tatsuki Fujimoto's one-shot manga 'Look Back' won the Grand Prix in the Teens Feature category at the Kineko International Film Festival. The festival took place in Tokyo, targeting the age range of 13 to 18 years old. The winning entry in this category is selected by a jury of young judges.
A Hit in Japan
'Look Back' was released in Japanese theaters in June 2024, selling 135,000 tickets in its opening weekend and earning 227 million yen. It ranked first in weekend box office sales. The film later premiered in North America in October 2024, earning a box office revenue of $688,253 during its opening weekend.
Cast and Crew
The film stars Yuumi Kawai as Fujino and Mizuki Yoshida as Kyoumoto, directed by Kiyotaka Oshiyama, known for 'Flip Flappers.' Oshiyama also handled the script and character design, with production by Studio Durian. The theme song 'Light song' is performed by the singer urara, with music composed by Haruka Nakamura.
From Manga to Film
Tatsuki Fujimoto's 'Look Back' was first released in July 2021 on Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ and recorded over 2.5 million views on its first day. For international audiences, it was digitally distributed through Viz Media and MANGA Plus, with a printed edition published by Viz Media in September 2022. Additionally, a live-action film directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda was released in 2026.
