GKIDS Reveals Look Back Official Trailer, Release Date, and Poster [Video]

GKIDS has announced the acquisition of North American theatrical and home video rights for Look Back. Directed and adapted for the screen by Kiyotaka Oshiyama, the film is based on the original manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto (Chainsaw Man).

The film follows the popular, outgoing Fujino, who is celebrated by her classmates for her funny comics in the class newspaper. One day, her teacher asks her to share the space with Kyomoto, a truant recluse whose beautiful artwork sparks a competitive fervor in Fujino. What starts as jealousy transforms when Fujino realizes their shared passion for drawing.

Look Back debuted at this year’s Annecy International Film Festival, and held sold-out premieres at New York City’s Japan Cuts and Los Angeles’ Anime Expo. Upon its domestic release, the film earned 1 billion yen at the box office in the first two weeks. Due to popular demand, Look Backremains in theaters and has since …