Top 10 Most Successful Anime - Manga Adaptation Films
22:59 04/08/2024
Japanese manga covers a wide range of topics, from action, fantasy, and horror to romance, providing endless inspiration for filmmakers. Let's look at the Top 10 most successful films adapted from anime-manga below!
Grave Of The Fireflies is an anime film based on the novel of the same name by Nosaka Akiyuki. The film is set in the final stages of World War II in Japan, telling the heartbreaking yet touching story of the sibling bond between two orphaned children, Seita and his younger sister Setsuko. After losing their mother in a fierce bombing raid by the US Air Force on the city of Kobe while their father is fighting for the Imperial Japanese Navy, Seita and Setsuko struggle to survive amidst famine and the indifference of those around them, including their relatives. Grave Of The Fireflies is not just a fable about dignity but also the anti-war spirit of the Japanese people through the fate of the two children.
The Death Note manga by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata has sold millions of copies since its release in 2003 and has always been among the top best-selling comics of all time. Death Note was adapted into a film in 2006 starring Tatsuya Fujiwara and Kenichi Matsuyama. The film follows the story of Yagami Light, a high school student who uses a magical notebook called "Death Note" to eliminate criminals.
Death Note revolves around Light Yagami, a teenage genius who accidentally acquires the Death Note - a notebook that can kill anyone when their name is written on its pages. Light faces off against L - a brilliant and eccentric detective who always threatens to expose Light's crimes at any moment. One is a high school student, the other is a brilliant detective. In the end, who will win in this cerebral battle?
3. Parasyte (2014)
Director: Yamazaki Takashi Cast: Shota Sometani, Ai Hashimoto, Eri Fukatsu
Adapted from the manga of the same name, Parasyte is set in a world where Earth is invaded by a parasitic species. These parasites enter human bodies through the ears and nose, then take control of humans after parasitizing their brains. Imagine parasites invading the human body, and you will understand a bit more.
The main character Shinichi is invaded by a strange creature that enters his hand, and he forcibly binds his arm as if to prevent toxic blood from flowing to his heart, so the creature can only occupy his right hand. He decides to live with it and names it Migi. He struggles to fight against dangerous flesh-eating monsters.
The Parasyte Movie Series, also known as "Parasite," is one of Japan's most successful live-action adaptations. The film promises to bring an interesting experience with horror and action elements.
4. Kimi Ni Todoke (2010)
Director: Naoto Kumazawa Cast: Mikako Tabe, Haruma Miura, Misako Renbutsu Kimi Ni Todoke
The movie is a live-action film adapted from the manga of the same name by Shiina Kuraho. Kimi Ni Todoke tells the story of the lonely high school student Sawako Kuronuma (Mikako Tabe).
Sawako Kuronuma - a special girl, often isolated from her peers due to her dark appearance. Sawako is nicknamed "Sadako" because she resembles the main character in the horror film "Ringu."
However, after meeting Shota Kazehaya played by Haruma Miura, a lively and friendly boy, Sawako's life changes completely. Shota treats Sawako very politely, making her always admire and adore him. One person doesn't want to make friends, while the other is quite open, and quite popular with friends because of his kindness, will this story lead to a change in the girl's temperament?
The film Ao Haru Ride tells the story of the lonely life of high school student Yoshioka Futaba (Tsubasa Honda) and her journey of self-change and self-discovery.
In middle school, Futaba was ostracized by girls who thought she was trying to be cute to attract boys' attention. In high school, Futaba lost her original personality to fit in with a new group of friends. However, this made her feel extremely lonely and alienated.
When she meets Yuri Makita (Higashide Masahiro), Futaba realizes that this friend is exactly like her in middle school. When two kindred spirits meet, Futaba finally realizes that forcing herself to change is not always the right thing to do. Where will Futaba start to find her true self?
6. Rurouni Kenshin (2012)
Director: Keishi Ohtomo Cast: Colleen Clinkenbeard, J. Michael Tatum, Patrick Seitz According to the original manga, the film tells the story of Himura Kenshin, a man known as the fastest swordsman. He can defeat his opponents with a single strike. The most interesting thing is that the sword Kenshin uses is a reverse-blade sword. As Kaoru befriends and learns about Kenshin, she gradually discovers his harsh and bloody past as a revolutionary warrior. Meanwhile, small forces opposing the new government gradually emerge, forcing the infamous warrior to return to the fray.
Rurouni Kenshin became a classic due to its meticulous drawing, not only of the characters but also of the vivid swordsmanship and martial arts techniques. The 2014 film adaptation by director Keishi Ōtomo did an excellent job of this. He also brought a sorrowful, bloody atmosphere that deeply moved the audience. In addition, the male lead Takeru Satoh is extremely excellent as Kenshin, the movie version's wanderer who seems to have stepped out of a book, contributing to the first part's revenue of more than 60 million USD with a budget of 20 million USD, promoting pushed the filmmakers to make a 2016 sequel.
7. Black Butler (2014)
Directors: Kentaro Otani, Keiichi Sato Cast: Hiro Mizushima, Ayame Gouriki, Mizuki Yamamoto, Yuka, Takuro Ohno, Ken Kaito This is a live-action film adapted from the manga of the same name by Toboso Yana. The film's content revolves around the life of a boy named Ciel Phantomhive and a demonic butler from hell. The two have signed a contract where Sebastian will take Ciel's soul after his wish to avenge his parents is fulfilled. Sebastian Michaels is called the black butler because he is a mysterious figure dressed in black from head to toe, yet he is extremely loyal to his master Ciel. Is this loyalty a scheme, or is there another reason why the black butler serves Ciel so well?
That is the content mentioned in the original manga, but the live-action adaptation of Black Butler can be considered a side story compared to the original work, set in the year 2020. In other words, it is the story of 130 years after the original plot.
8. Uchuu Kyoudai (2012)
Director: Yoshitaka Mori Cast: Shun Oguri, Masaki Okada
"Uchuu Kyoudai" is a humorous science fiction film revolving around the dream of two brothers, Hibito and Mutta, to become astronauts. In the summer of 2006, they witnessed a strange object flying to the Moon, nurturing their dreams.
As time passes, Hibito, played by Masaki Okada, becomes an astronaut. However, his older brother Mutta, played by Shun Oguri, is fired, leading to unemployment. Despite living different lives, when Mutta receives a letter from his younger brother, it pushes him towards his dream once again.
The film features a main cast including Oguri, Tsutsumi Shinichi, Okada, Arai Hirofumi, Shiomi Sansei, and Inoue Yoshio, promising to bring many interesting aspects to the audience.
9. Usagi Drop (2011)
Director: Sabu Cast: Kenichi Matsuyama, Mana Ashida, Karina, Chizuru
"Usagi Drop" is a live-action film adapted from the manga of the same name by Yumi Unita, focusing on the lives of two individuals after meeting at Daikichi's grandfather's funeral.
"Usagi Drop" follows Daikichi (played by Kenichi Matsuyama), a 27-year-old single man dedicated to his work. When he attends his grandfather's funeral, he discovers that his grandfather had an illegitimate daughter, Rin (played by Mana Ashida), whose mother is unknown. Rin is only 6 years old. Daikichi's family views Rin as a disgrace and no one wants to adopt her. Displeased with his family's attitude, Daikichi decides to take Rin to live with him. However, he lacks experience in raising a child and soon realizes that raising a child alone is a challenging task.
10. Anohana (2015)
Director: Masaki Nishiura Cast: Nijiro Murakami, Minami Hamabe, Nijiro Murakami, Marie Iitoyo, Jun Shison, Airi Matsui, Yuuta Takahata
"Anohana" is a familiar name to fans of Japanese manga and anime. "Anohana Movie" is a live-action adaptation of the manga of the same name. It is a touching film about friendship, filled with meaningful lessons that everyone should learn.
"Anohana" is a moving story about friendship. It revolves around people who were close friends in childhood but a tragedy caused them to drift apart, changing over the years. And that summer, with the appearance of a childhood friend and their noble wish, connects these people back together. Can the friendship of the past be restored? Can they return to how they used to be?
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