GKIDS & Shout! Factory will release the soaring glam-rock opera Inu-Oh on Digital on December 20, and on Blu-Ray + DVD Combo Pack on January 24, 2023. The incredible new anime film comes from acclaimed director Masaaki Yuasa (Ride Your Wave, Mind Game, Night Is Short, Walk On Girl). Featuring character creation from manga artist Taiyo Matsumoto (Tekkonkinkreet), who previously collaborated with Yuasa on the anime adaptation of Matsumoto’s series Ping Pong the Animation, INU-OH features original rock songs by the lead voice actors Avu-chan and Mirai Moriyama, which will have viewers dancing along in their seats.
Fans will be treated to bonus features including audio commentary and interviews with the original cast, an interview with director Masaaki Yuasa and more. The dazzling rock-opera’s physical release exclusively includes the all-new English language dub, and is now available for pre-order on GKIDS.com and ShoutFactory.com. Get more details below!
Synopsis: Born to an esteemed family, Inu-oh is afflicted with an ancient curse that has left him on the margins of society. When he meets the blind musician Tomona, a young biwa priest haunted by his past, Inu-oh discovers a captivating ability to dance. The pair quickly become inseparable friends as crowds flock to their electric, larger-than-life concerts. But when those in power threaten to break up the band, Inu-oh and Tomona must dance and sing to uncover the truth behind their creative gifts.
Bonus Features
- Interview With Masaaki Yuasa
- Q&A At US Premiere
- Yuasa Draws Inu-oh
- Scene Breakdown
- Trailers And Teasers
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