A Japanese Boy Who Draws (2018)
Shinji is an aspiring manga artist struggling to succeed in his career, and when he accidentally discovers an old drawing by his childhood friend Masaru, a magical journey begins that helps him discover a new inspiration for his art. Revenge. The film unfolds a psychological analysis of a social environment characterized by hypocrisy and secrecy, skillfully playing with genre formulas of thrillers and ghost stories.
Director: Masanao Kawajiri
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Abe Kenta as Masaru (voice) |
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Takeshi Uehara as Shinji (voice) |
| Writing | Masanao Kawajiri | Writer |
| Directing | Masanao Kawajiri | Director |