Keiichi SATO
Asura
Nippon Animation ³
In war-torn 15th century Japan, a savage orphan does whatever it takes to survive in the wilderness of Kyoto. When he crosses paths with civilization, he must learn to keep his basic instincts in check. State-of-the-art animation, spectacular action, philosophical reflection, vampirism and cannibalism all combine into an unforgettable animation film experience.
Thu., June 06, 2013, 18:00
Mal Seh'n Kino
German premiere
Original with English subtitles
アシュラ
Ashura
Japan 2012
75 minutes
Director
Keiichi SATO
Script
Ikuko TAKAHASHI based on a manga by George AKIYAMA
Production
"Asura" Film Partners
World sales
Toei Animation
Voice acting
Masako NOZAWA, Kinya KITAOJI, Megumi HAYASHIBARA, Tessho GENDA, Hiroaki HIRATA
About Keiichi SATO
Keiichi SATO, born in Kagawa Prefecture in 1965, is a director of several animation series made for television, such as TIGER & BUNNY (2011). He mainly works as character designer and animation supervisor for animation series. ASURA marks his feature film debut.