It’s finally time to celebrate for Makoto Shinkai fans everywhere. The Hollywood Reporter claims that on April 14th, 2023, his most recent animated feature picture Suzume (full name Suzume no Tojimari), would make its formal debut in North America and a number of European nations.
What Does Suzume no Tojimari Mean? Here is a Summary
Suzume no Tojimari is a new film’s title in Japanese. Suzume, a 17-year-old girl who lives in Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan’s major islands, is the story’s subject, which takes its name from her.
According to the movie’s website and key visuals, the movie’s narrative, which centers on a mysterious white door, is referred to as Tojimari in Japanese. The Japanese word for closing or locking doors is Tojimari.
A few ruins and two mountains separate the entryway from the rest of the building. Only Suzume has the power to close this mystical portal, which could lead to disasters and calamities.
Suzume’s Locking Up is the film’s Suzume no Tojimari in English full title.
Potential Release Date
The global distribution of Suzume no Tojimari will be handled jointly by Crunchyroll, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Wildbunch International, and Eurozoom. Suzume no Tojimari release date is April 14, 2023. It makes its official debut in theatres across North America and several European nations. Moreover, it debuts on April 13, a day earlier, in Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand.
Trailer
In Makoto Shinkai next movie Suzume, wearing her green school uniform, is seen cycling over the picturesque island of Kyushu while passing a wandering guy in the first Toho Movie trailer. She meets the man, and they later use a powerful, magical key to close a white wooden door.
The trailer highlights the intricate scenery, and famed flawless animation of Shinkai flicks between these scenes.
Follow the Toho Movie YouTube channel to receive more updates. Viewers can also visit the official website for key images, teaser images, and posters for the new film.
Japanese Animation Receives a Global Focus Thanks to Shinkai’s Films
Suzume is the most recent work of art by Makoto Shinkai. It is a superb sequel to his last movie, Weathering with You (2019), which was both a commercial success and Japan’s official entry for the Oscars’ Foreign Feature Category the year before. In addition, his profoundly touching breakthrough movie Your Name (2016) received critical praise worldwide and rose to the third-highest box office position in anime history. Along with placing Shinkai on a pedestal with other greats like Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away) and Mamoru Hosoda (Mirai), Shinkai’s success has also contributed to widening the audience for Japanese animated films abroad.
Final Words
Suzume no Tojimari promises to be a fascinating experience for anime fans. The film explores the effects of meddling with mysterious doors and the havoc they bring forth. Viewers may anticipate a cinematic experience with Makoto Shinkai directing.
