Key Facts
Anime studio has released the second trailer for its upcoming film adaptation of Osamu Tezuka's Ribbon no Kishi (Princess Knight) manga. The trailer announces additional cast members and previews the theme song 'Reborn' by Girls Archives.
New Cast and Characters
The newly announced cast includes:
- Velvet – a leading figure in the religious organization Mitra, voiced by [actor name]
- Zirco – Sapphire's elderly attendant, voiced by [actor name]
Though burdened by her past, Sapphire begins to find hope as she encounters kindness. But the calamity Nergal appears once more, threatening her peaceful new life. The tagline reads: 'I won't lose anything ever again. And I won't let anyone else lose anything either.'
Production Details
Saya of comedy duo Lalande stars as Sapphire. According to the studio, this is Saya's first leading role in a feature-length animated production. The film is directed by [director name] (known for Lop & Ocho first ending sequence) at his anime studio, marking his feature-length directorial debut. Character design is by [designer name] (known for visual novel, novel, game), with cooperation from [co-designer name] (known for COLORs music video). Animation character designer is [animator name]. Artistic direction is by [art director name]. Music is composed by [composer 1] and [composer 2], both from [company].
Release and Festival
The film will premiere exclusively worldwide on August 8. This year's Annecy International Animation Film Festival (June 21-27 in Annecy, France) has selected the film as part of 'Annecy Presents,' a non-competitive section.
Manga Background
Tezuka launched the Ribbon no Kishi manga in Kodansha's magazine in January 1958. Vertical released the manga in two volumes in print in 2011 and digitally in 2015. The studio most recently published Tezuka's manga as a one-volume omnibus in August 2022.
FAQ
When does the Ribbon no Kishi anime film premiere?
The film premieres exclusively worldwide on August 8.
Who is the main voice actor?
Saya of comedy duo Lalande voices the protagonist Sapphire, marking her first leading role in a feature-length animated production.
What is the theme song?
The theme song is 'Reborn' performed by the Japanese/Korean group Girls Archives.
Source: www.animenewsnetwork.com