On August 6, the release of One Piece Film: Red in Japan was an extraordinary success. Of all 2022 releases in the country, this is the highest-grossing film ever in its first weekend, taking in a total of 2,254,237,030 yen (about €16,530,320) at the box office. In just two days, the film was seen by 1,579,552 spectators.
In Italy, the film will arrive in the fall and will be a great opportunity to celebrate the history of the brand with the fans with a series of incredible events, full of gadgets and surprises. Furthermore, TOEI Animation Europe, together with Anime Factory, will organize the largest event dedicated to One Piece ever in Italy at Lucca Comics & Games 2022.
In One Piece, Toei Animation’s longest-running series, all you have to do is reach another milestone and win the hearts of European viewers. Toei Animation Europe and its partners have organized events and premieres for the film, including a meet-and-greet for both historical fans and new enthusiasts.
Last weekend was the official release of One Piece Film: Red in Japan. At the same time, the film was presented in France with a special screening at Le Grand Rex before its national release on August 10. Many more screenings and activities are planned across Europe in the coming months, including in-store events, concerts, cinema screenings and more. Don’t miss all the updates if you want to know right away if there are events near you. It’s the best opportunity to celebrate the biggest brand in the entertainment world.
explains Ryuji Kochi, president of Toei Animation Europe.
In July 2022, One Piece celebrated the 25th anniversary of its first appearance as a manga on Shonen Jump in 1997. By 2021, total worldwide sales exceeded 500 million copies. It’s a worldwide phenomenon that has never lost an iota of power since its first episode aired in Japan in 1999, winning over fans and celebrities alike! With nearly 1,000 episodes aired in 80 countries, 13 feature films and the Guinness World Record awarded to manga creator Eiichiro Oda for “the largest number of copies published for the same comic book series by a single author”, One Piece has established itself in the landscape culture of a whole generation.
Synopsis of the movie:
Uta, the most beloved singer in the world, whose voice has been defined as ‘alien’, is also known for hiding her identity. For the very first time, Uta has decided to show her face to the world during a live concert. The place is filled with Uta fans of all kinds: frenzied pirates, the navy, and the Straw Hat Pirates led by Luffy, all determined to enjoy this singing performance. As her voice sounds powerful in every corner, viewers and fans alike discover to their surprise that she is indeed Shanks’ daughter.
Source: Lega Nerd
