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Gkids acquires U.S., Canada, U.K. and Ireland distribution rights for Look Back.
The film marks Kore-eda's first live-action adaptation of Fujimoto's coming-of-age manga.
Post-production is underway after filming in Nikaho City, northern Japan.
Daiju Koide produces for K2 Pictures; Japan distribution will be handled domestically.
Japan release is planned for 2026, with North America, UK & Ireland to follow.
Gkids expands live-action acquisitions as Chance Huskey leads distribution talks.
Goodfellas handles international sales for territories outside Asia.
Kore-eda drew inspiration from a bookstore encounter for Look Back's storytelling.
Gkids views Look Back as a fit with its global, artist-centric vision.
The project is linked to Tatsuki Fujimoto’s international presence, with manga published in 37 countries.
Look Back previously appeared on Shonen Jump+ in 2021 and earned Eisner nods.

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Godzilla Minus Zero will receive a first-look during CinemaCon in Las Vegas, marking a major reveal.
Takashi Yamazaki will join GKIDS for a special appearance to present footage.
GKIDS is the North American distributor for the film, expanding its international collaboration since its 2024 acquisition by Toho.
Toho will release Godzilla Minus Zero in Japan on November 3.
CinemaCon’s State of the Industry program will host the presentation at the Colosseum, Caesars Palace.
The event highlights GKIDS’s ongoing support for theatrical experience and diverse film slates.
GKIDS’s global strategy emphasizes bringing international animation to North American audiences.
The Godzilla Minus Zero production is ongoing with Yamazaki directing, scripting, and overseeing VFX.
Toho plans a Japan release before GKIDS’ North American launch.
CinemaCon will run from April 13–16, 2026, in Las Vegas.

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GKIDS to unveil exclusive Godzilla Minus Zero footage at CinemaCon opening.
Takashi Yamazaki to appear and introduce the film at the Las Vegas event.
Toho and GKIDS are partnering as the film heads toward a North American release.
CinemaCon runs April 13–16 in Las Vegas, where the preview will be shown.
Godzilla Minus Zero follows Yamazaki’s Oscar-winning visual effects work on Godzilla Minus One.
North American release planned for November after a Japanese debut.
The event emphasizes ongoing support for a diverse, year-round film slate.
CinemaCon is a major gathering for exhibition professionals in Las Vegas.
The piece situates Godzilla Minus Zero within GKIDS and Toho’s continued collaboration.
The preview coincides with GKIDS and Toho’s track record of theatrical support.

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The live-action Look Back will reach Western cinemas after GKIDS secured US and other regional distribution.
GKIDS has acquired distribution rights for the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland.
The project is in post-production and slated for a 2026 Japan release before western debut.
Director Hirokazu Kore-eda is behind the live-action adaptation, expanding Fujimoto's coming-of-age tale.
The story follows two teenage girls who dream of becoming manga artists and bond over their shared passion.
Look Back originated as a manga by Chainsaw Man creator Tatsuki Fujimoto and was adapted for the screen by Kore-eda.
Look Back’s US release is anticipated to align with Japan’s release window, reducing overseas delays.
The article notes continued coverage and related Chainsaw Man titles on GamesRadar+.
The project aligns with growing western interest in Chainsaw Man adaptations.
Kore-eda has previous acclaim with Shoplifters and Still Walking guiding this adaptation.

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Gkids and Imax will screen remastered 4K versions of Whisper of the Heart and The Secret World of Arrietty in U.S. and Canadian venues starting April 21 and May 19.
The remasters will play in both original Japanese with subtitles and English-dubbed versions.
The releases continue the long-running Ghibli–Gkids collaboration that expanded to Imax viewing options.
Kiki's Delivery Service is the latest title in the remaster series, with a 4K run beginning March 13.
The Boy and the Heron director Atsushi Okui leads the 4K remastering process for the Ghibli catalog.
Gkids distributes the Studio Ghibli library in North America and runs the annual Ghibli Fest program.
The remasters come after 2025 releases that boosted Imax vault screenings, including Princess Mononoke.
The English dub cast for The Secret World of Arrietty includes Bridgit Mendler and Amy Poehler among others.
Whisper of the Heart is a 1995 title directed by Yoshifumi Kondo with Miyazaki involvement.
The article notes ongoing coverage of related entertainment news and industry context.

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