the japanese portal Myjitsu published an article noting that fans of the franchise of SPY x FAMILY apparently they are not happy with the selection of actresses for the interpretation of the role of Yor Forger in the musical adaptation of the story, which will begin to be presented in March 2023 in Japan. The criticisms are regarding the fact that “they expected someone else in the role“.
«“SPY x FAMILY”, the original manga and anime, are so popular that they are now called “hegemonic”. A musical adaptation of the play has now been announced, but there has been a flood of fans complaining regarding the cast of the main character, especially the casting for Yor Forger.».
«The musical “SPY x FAMILY” will be staged at the “Imperial Theater” starting in March next year. The cast of the main characters has already been announced, and it seems that the protagonist Loid Forger will be played by actors Win Morisaki and Hiroki Suzuki.».
«Of course, the role of Yor Forger will also be played by two actresses. The first was the television personality Fuka Yuzukiwhich has won a special jury prize at the 37th edition of the “Horipro Talent Caravan”. The second was Mirei Sasaki, from the national idol group Hyuhizaka 46. Images of the new cast have also been released, and images of the actors dressed as such can be seen on the official website and on Twitter.».
«However, there are many people who are dissatisfied with the selection of actresses for Yor Forger. “What is the benefit of having an idol in the cast?” y “this makes me feel ashamed“, Are some of the comments. Aside from Yuzuki, Sasaki must have a lot of backup in Hyuhizaka 46, but for some reason, the group’s fans also subtly reacted. “It’s been a while, but it’s quite clear that Yor-san and Mi-pan are completely different” y “Mi-pan is very popular but just doesn’t fit Yor’s role,” fans wrote.».
«The reason there is such a fuss is probably due to the unusual demands placed on the role of Yor Forger in the first place. One of the presumed reasons is Saya Hiyama, who once caused quite a stir by disguising herself as Yor. Hiyama is a weather anchor at Weather News and is very popular in the otaku community for her easy-going manner of speaking and her related interests. He matched Yor Forger in looks, and when he posted a cosplay image in June this year, it caused a frenzy on social media.».
«That’s why there were many people hoping to add her to the cast of the adaptation. “Saya Hiyama from Weather News was the right person for the role.” y “That role was for Hiyama-san!“, can be read on social networks. However, it would be difficult to represent “SPY x FAMILY” in live action, even with a talent as good as Hiyama. The setting of the story is considered to be modeled on Germany, and the characters have a clear Japanese appearance. In the end, it may just bring out the old contradiction of “content born in Japan but impossible to be performed in Japan”».
Fuente: Myjitsu
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