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The Man Who Went Beyond Manga: Fujio Akatsuka
“"I don't mind dying as long as you laugh!"”
10.0 / 10• 2016• 1h 36m•NR• Japanese
DocumentaryAnimation
Storyline
The late Fujio Akatsuka is revered by many Japanese artists and scholars for his developments to early comedy manga, but his contributions aren't just limited to the world of print media. Featuring commentary from family, friends, colleagues, and celebrity fans, Fujio Akatsuka's story is told with archival footage and animation, showcasing the life of the man who went beyond manga.
Cast & Crew
RA
Rieko Akatsuka
Self
LeadF
FROGMAN
Self
Fujio Akatsuka
Self (archive footage)
Ichiko Aoba
Narrator
Tamori
Self
KA
Kozue Aoki
Self
Masao Adachi
Self
Fujiko F. Fujio
Self (archive footage)
What People Are Saying
5.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Masanori Tominaga's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
5.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Man Who Went Beyond Manga: Fujio Akatsuka is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
