YOUR NAME Animator's Debut Film Will Excite You

Anime film enthusiasts have a new movie to look forward to as Yoshitoshi Shinomiya, known for key animation work on Makoto Shinkai’s acclaimed "Your Name," steps up to direct his first feature film titled "A New Dawn." Early visuals suggest a visually stunning experience, with inspiration rooted in the changed landscapes of post-Great East Japan Earthquake. The movie's narrative centers around Keitaro, a young protagonist living in an old fireworks factory amidst a forest transformed by solar panel installations. With themes of loss and a connection to nature, "A New Dawn" promises a personal and potentially poignant viewing experience. Character designs will be created by Utsushita with backgrounds by Akiko Majima, both notable for their work in anime. Production is shared between Asmik Ace and French company Miyu Productions. While no release date has been confirmed, the film is slated for a 2025 debut.

Who is Yoshitoshi Shinomiya and what role did he play in "Your Name"?

Yoshitoshi Shinomiya served as a unit director and key animator for the hit anime film "Your Name" and is now making his directorial debut with the upcoming film "A New Dawn."

"Your Name," released in 2016, is a critically acclaimed Japanese anime film directed by Makoto Shinkai. Known for its beautiful animation and emotional storytelling, it follows the story of two high school students, Mitsuha and Taki, who mysteriously begin to swap bodies. As they try to navigate through each other's lives, they unravel a complex narrative interwoven with themes of love, destiny, and time. The film became a massive success both domestically and internationally, solidifying Shinkai's status as a prominent figure in the anime industry and influencing many subsequent projects, including Shinomiya's "A New Dawn."