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Demon Slayer: Non-Stop Battles Redefine Anime Action
15 Jan
Summary
- Film features unprecedented back-to-back battles inside a demon-filled castle.
- It became the highest-grossing international film ever in the U.S.
- Director aimed to create a unique narrative structure with constant combat.
Chief director Hikaru Kondo aimed to craft an anime film experience unlike any other with "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Infinity Castle," focusing on continuous, intense combat within a demon-infested castle. Kondo noted the difficulty in finding comparable cinematic structures, highlighting the film's pioneering back-to-back battle format.
The movie, based on a popular manga arc and a direct sequel to the anime series, achieved significant global acclaim. It secured the top spot at the Japanese box office since its July release and earned a Golden Globe nomination for best animated film. Notably, "Infinity Castle" also became the highest-grossing international film ever in the U.S.
Kondo detailed the intensive creative process, including a three-week isolation period to refine the film's action and drama flow. Ensuring the final runtime of 2 hours and 35 minutes maintained audience engagement was crucial, as Kondo emphasized the risk of losing viewers if the pacing faltered.
