2024
9/21
Given the Movie: To the Sea, the second of the 2 movies after Given Hiiragi Mix and the final chapter of the Given anime series, will be released on September 20. The opening day stage speech in Tokyo was disappointing.
A large number of fans rushed to witness the final beauty of the work they have loved for many years, and a live viewing was held, with Yano Shogo, Uchida Yuma, Nakazawa Masatomo, Eguchi Takuya, Imai Fumiya, Saka Yasuto, and Asanuma Shintaro appearing. The event began with warm applause from the audience for the seven main actors.
First, Yano talked about his true feelings about the release of the theatrical version, saying, “I’m really happy to be involved in a well-loved work based on the original story, which has been around for more than 10 years and the TV animation has been widely recognized. It’s been more than five years, and I’ve played Mafuyu for a long time. There are many connections between my life and Mafuyu’s life, and I think that I was able to create a drama that overlaps with my life in the end. “Thank you very much for your continued support, which allowed me to complete this series.” He reflected on his experience of playing Mafuyu over the years and expressed his gratitude to the fans.
Yano Shogo
After watching the production centered on Nakafuyu and Rikka, Uchida said, “I’ve played this character for a long time, and there are many things I remember. There are many past scenes in the play, but what impressed me the most was… from the moment we first met Mafuyu, we were both able to express our feelings clearly, and I felt that we could communicate without even using words. I think they are now able to express their feelings to others, and I can feel that their many experiences have led them to this point step by step,” he said of Nakafuyu and Rikka’s growth.
Uchida Yuma
Next, let’s talk about Haruki, Akihiko, and Ugetsu.
When the MC pretended that the three of them were originally in a love triangle, Eguchi said, “I don’t know how to pretend like that (laughs)” (Asanuma), “No, Ugetsu is over” (Asanuma), and the venue closed, causing laughter. Nakazawa said, “Haruki would definitely be surprised if he heard that he was dating Ugetsu,” and Eguchi said, “It’s a perfect misunderstanding (laughs).” Akihiko seemed to be hiding this from me! “He spat lightly.
Regarding playing the role of Ugetsu again, Asanuma said: “After experiencing various love stories, Ugetsu has grown into a person who understands Mafuyu very well. I am very moved to be able to play such a role of Ugetsu. It is rare. For me, it is an honor to be able to interpret such emotional ups and downs in a work. “
Asanuma Shintaro
Eguchi also reflected on Akihiko’s growth, saying, “Akihiko has grown a lot compared to when he first started, but he’s a natural string player and there’s something lovely about him.” Asanuma immediately commented, “You’ve become great!” We can see the close relationship the actors have.
Eguchi Takuya
Regarding the character of Haruki, Nakazawa said: “Haruki has admiration for Akihiko, but when he sees Akihiko’s own limitations, he wants to do something, but in the end I don’t think I learned anything. I got something new from that experience and deepened my connection with Akihiko. I feel that this is also Haruki’s growth. I felt a lot of vivid changes and growth”, looking back on Haruki’s growth throughout the series.
Nakazawa Masatomo
The topic shifted from “syh” to Hiiragi and Gentoshi, and when asked about the relationship between the two, who were one step ahead of Mafuyu and others and had a huge success at their first concert after their debut, Saka replied” “We are one step ahead of the four members of ‘Given’,” and then Yano, Uchida, Nakazawa, and Eguchi all said to him, “Do you want to ride the mount? The audience erupted in laughter.
Saka again said, “In the previous work Hiragi Mix, I thought that every word in the relationship between Hiiragi and Minamoto-kun had a lot of weight,” and Imai also said, “I think so. “There were many scenes where I wondered if it would turn out like that, and in those cases, we consulted with each other on various things while recording,” he said, revealing his thoughts on expressing a strong relationship.
Yasuto Saka
One of the highlights of this work is the song “To the Sea” in the play.
This song was left by Yuki, Mafuyu’s ex-lover, and was completed by Rikka. When asked about his feelings when he first heard the song, Imai said, “I felt like I saw what I wanted to know.” The music and lyrics are also great. “I especially like the part before the last chorus, and I think it’s a beautiful way to express things like meeting and parting.” Nakazawa also said, “Because it’s Yuki’s. In the song, there’s a line called “Winter’s Story,” which I know, but it still made me cry. My tear glands collapsed,” and everyone talked about their feelings.
Imai Fumiya
Furthermore, Uchida, who sang the song’s chorus, expressed, “I just thought of Mafuyu and Yuki, and I felt that their names reminded me of winter, when it snows, and warmth in the snow, and in this case, mid-winter and early summer warm the snow and grow seeds that sprout in the spring, so I felt it was meaningful for Rikka to express Yuki’s feelings,” he said, earning thunderous applause from the audience.
In this case, Yano said, “I think Yuki also likes Mafuyu after all, and Yuki left music for Mafuyu, and Ritsuka discovered Yuki in music, so I feel that these two people are really important to Mafuyu. me.”
Next up is the song “Winter Story” from “Given.”
In this work, the song “Winter no Hana-with Ritsuka ver.-” with Ritsuka as the chorus is performed as a song in the play. Uchida joked, “I think Rikka’s technique of singing while playing the guitar is really amazing, and Mafuyu’s expression when she sings is also irresistible (laughs).” Yano said, “This. It’s time for this song to be suitable for the rock band Give, so I think all four of us have taken a step forward. I’d be happy if everyone who sees it can leave with a new version of “Winter’s Tale” ,” he said, receiving loud applause from the fans.
The conversation is the final greeting.
First, Asanuma said, “What impressed me this time was that Mafuyu had been singing’It’s okay’ until now, but this time, Utsuki told Mafuyu that I thought these were the lyrics.” This is what everyone wants to say, and I hope everyone can draw inspiration from this work. ” He conveyed his thoughts to the audience.
Next, Saka said, “There’s a scene where Minamoto-shun asks Rikka, ‘Does this mean the song is finished?’ I felt the weight of those words again, and I hope you enjoy it.” Imai went on to say, “I’m glad it was released safely. This is a work that we all put a lot of effort into, including the live scenes. As for the lyrics, we can interpret the work in many ways through words. “I think that’s one of the charms of this show, so please try to enjoy it in this way,” he urged fans.
“I really believe that we were able to get this far thanks to everyone,” Eguchi said. “A lot has happened in the past five or six years, including the coronavirus pandemic, but I’m still moved by this fact. The songs depicted in the anime have probably become a part of everyone’s life, and I’m glad that we could create something together that can become a part of everyone’s life.” “You will continue to live with the Given series,” he said, expressing his thoughts on the series as a whole.
Nakazawa said: “After completing the TV animation and the movie “Given”, I am relieved again to be able to connect this two-part series. It is indeed a blessing for all fans that the original work, music, and animation are combined to reach a conclusion. I think it is a great thank you. I myself want to enjoy “To the Sea” over and over again, and I also want to enjoy the “Conclusion”. Ending. If you want to purify yourself, please watch “To the Sea” a few more times.”
Uchida said, “I’ve been able to perform for a long time, and I’m happy to have come this far. I think everyone has feelings of regret, but the warmth of a person makes you feel that you have wrinkles or wrinkles unique to that person.” Things that are painful because of others become that person’s sustenance and strength. This is what I thought of in this work, and the image of how Mafuyu and Rikka will live is diverse. My life so far has been really happy. “He said while looking back on his past.
Finally, Yano said, “Just as Yuki will continue to be in the song “Umi e”, I believe that Mafuyu and the others will continue to be in the song “Given”. In addition, I would be happy if actor Shogo Yano continued to exist in the work `Given, and I would be even happier if this work supports your life and continues to live in your memories!” He expressed his love and gratitude to the actor. Fans who have always supported him.
Thunderous applause and cheers rang out in the venue, and the opening day stage welcome event ended successfully.
The Movie Giving: To the Sea is currently in theaters to rave reviews.
Movie “To the Sea”
story
The band “Given” composed of Mafuyu Sato, Ritsuka Uenoyama, Haruki Nakayama, and Akihiko Kaji lost the competition at the music festival, but they were invited to debut. Although each member showed a positive attitude towards debuting, Mafuyu could not give an answer. Meanwhile, the band “syh” of Hiiragi Kashima and Gentoshi Yagi decided to debut. Ritsuka, who joined as a temporary accompaniment guitar, is working hard to complete a song entrusted to him by Hiiragi. At the same time, Ritsuka received a call from Mafuyu, saying, “I want to meet you.” Feeling something strange, Ritsuka rushed to Mafuyu, but noticed Mafuyu’s attitude of rejecting music. Thinking about Ritsuka, thinking about music. Mafuyu stood there, confused by various emotions. The person who approached him was Murata Ugetsu, a violinist who is active on the international stage.
Throw
Sato Mafuyu: Yano Shogo
Rikka of Uenoyama: Yuma Uchida
Haruki Nakayama: Masatomo Nakazawa
Akihiko Kaji: Takuya Eguchi
Kashima Shuri: Imai Fumuya
Yagi Genjun: Sakata Yasuto
Uzuki Murata: Shintaro Asanuma
staff
Original work: “Given” by Natsuki Kizu (serialized in Shinmatsukan’s “Sheri Plus”)
Director: Mariko Hashimoto
Screenwriter: Yuko Ayana
Character design: Mina Osawa
Chief animation director: Yamagata Koji / Ninomiya Nanako / Nagata Hina / Osawa Mina
Art Director: NGUYEN THI THANH CUC／Bieyaku Hiroyuki
Color design: Dalang Kakou
Director of Photography: Sena Nakagawa
CG Supervisor: Tomoya Mizuno
Editor: Rie Ito
Sound Director: Hiromi Kikuta
Music: Michiru
Animation: Lerche
Theme song: Centimilimal “Kyugo” (EPIC Records Japan)
Released by: Aniplex
(C) Natsuki Kizu / Shinshokan / Given Production Committee
Official movie website:https://given-anime.com/
Formula X:https://twitter.com/given_anime
*Official website of past works
Television animation:https://movie2020.given-anime.com/tv/
“Movies Given”:https://movie2020.given-anime.com/
“Movies Give Hiiragi Mix”:https://given-anime.com/hiiragimix/
It’s currently in theaters, receiving rave reviews!
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