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Blue Giant movie

🎬 Title: Blue Giant / BLUE GIANT

Discover the beginnings of the next jazz sensation.

Story: Dai Miyamoto, a high school student, experiences a life-changing moment when he stumbles upon jazz music. Taking up the saxophone and leaving his quiet hometown behind, he ventures into the vibrant nightlife of Tokyo. However, the path of a professional musician proves challenging as Dai learns what it truly takes to achieve greatness.

⭐ Rating: 7.767 (73 votes)

📅 Release date: 2023-02-17

⏱️ Runtime: 2h 0m

🎭 Genres: Animation, Drama, Music

🎬 Director: Yuzuru Tachikawa

✍️ Writer: NUMBER 8

🌍 Countries: Japan

🏢 Production companies: NUT, TOHO

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👥 Cast: Yuki Yamada (Dai Miyamoto (voice)), Shotaro Mamiya (Yukinori Sawabe (voice)), Amane Okayama (Shunji Tamada (voice)), Yusuke Kondoh (Masayuki Miyamoto (voice)), Mirei Suda (Ayaka Miyamoto (voice)), Kenji Nomura (Yui (voice)), Hiroki Touchi (Tyra (voice)), Yutaka Aoyama (Kawakita (voice)), Masayuki Kato (Isogai (voice)), Sayaka Kinoshita (Akiko (voice))

Editor’s note: An observation on Blue Giant (2023): The film effectively embraces its Animation, Drama, and Music elements without feeling clichéd. Yuzuru Tachikawa skillfully tightens the narrative, prioritizing character development over unnecessary spectacle. The performances by Yuki Yamada, Shotaro Mamiya, and Amane Okayama ground the film with a relatable authenticity. The 2-hour duration aligns well with the story. Overall, it’s a solid offering, with its merits overshadowing minor flaws. Its tagline, “Discover the beginnings of the next jazz sensation,” accurately reflects its essence. If the concept resonates with you, definitely add it to your watchlist.

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