“All You Need Is Kill Anime Film Surpasses US$500,000 at U.S. Box Office”
“All You Need Is Kill,” the anime adaptation of Hiroshi Sakurazaka’s acclaimed light novel, has made a significant impact at the U.S. box office. Within its first three days of release, the film grossed US$502,424. Notably, US$420,438 of that total was earned over the Friday to Sunday period, excluding additional earnings from Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Release Information
The film, produced by Warner Bros. Japan and STUDIO4°C, debuted in North American theaters on January 9. GKIDS has secured distribution rights in various territories, including North America, the U.K., Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Audiences can enjoy the film in both a Japanese audio version with English subtitles and an English dubbed version.
Festival Screenings
“All You Need Is Kill” was showcased at several major festivals. It was initially screened at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France in June. It then made its North American premiere at the 29th Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal from July 16 to August 3. Additionally, the film was featured at the New York Comic Con on October 10 and received recognition at the 58th Sitges – International Fantastic Film Festival of Catalonia.
- Upcoming Festivals:
- Bucheon International Animation Festival: October 24-28
- San Sebastian Fantasy Festival: October 31 – November 7
- Scotland Loves Anime Festival: November 6 – December 12
- Leeds International Film Festival: October 30 – November 16
- Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival: November 6 – 23
Plot Overview
The anime narrates a unique perspective of the original light novel’s storyline. It depicts a dystopian Earth where humanity fights against alien invaders known as Mimics. This adaptation centers around Keiji Kiriya, a soldier who finds himself trapped in a time loop after dying in battle. Each death teaches him new lessons, leading him closer to an elite soldier named Rita Vrataski.
Creative Team and Music
Directed by Kenichiro Akimoto at STUDIO4°C, the film features a theme song titled “Tsuretette” performed by singer-songwriter AKASAKI. This marks AKASAKI’s first contribution as a composer for an anime theme, specifically crafted for “All You Need Is Kill.”
Origin of the Story
The original light novel, published in December 2004 by Shueisha, was later translated into English by Viz Media in 2009. The story inspired a highly successful live-action adaptation, “Edge of Tomorrow,” released in 2014, which garnered over US$370 million worldwide.
With strong performances and a compelling narrative, “All You Need Is Kill” continues to attract audiences and forge its path at the box office. Filmogaz.com will keep fans updated on its ongoing performance and additional festival appearances.
