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Chainsaw Man Movie Unveils Reze Arc Secrets at NYCC
12 Oct
Summary
- MAPPA team discusses adapting Chainsaw Man manga to film
- Vibrant visuals and expanded dialogue to capture characters
- Blending 2D and 3D animation for theatrical experience
On October 9th, 2025, the Chainsaw Man movie team took the stage at New York Comic Con to discuss their plans for adapting the popular Reze Arc for the big screen. The panel featured Masato Nakazono, the assistant director of the film, Manabu Otsuka, the president of MAPPA and the film's supervising producer, and Yusuke Tannawa, the CGI producer.
The team emphasized their goal of preserving the essence of the original manga and the acclaimed anime series while tailoring the experience for a theatrical release. This includes enhancing the visual elements, such as making Makima's hair color more vibrant, and expanding the dialogue to capture the intimate relationship between the characters Reze and Denji.
Addressing the challenges of adapting a manga-turned-TV series, the panelists explained how they had to create new dialogue and ensure the 2D and 3D animation styles coexisted seamlessly. They also had to adjust the scale and framing to fit the larger theatrical canvas.
The decision to partner with Sony for international distribution was driven by the team's desire to continue the Chainsaw Man story on the big screen after the success of the first anime season. As the director and character designer shared in their messages, the production staff is committed to fully capturing the charm and energy of Tatsuki Fujimoto's original work, delivering an "amusement park ride" of action, romance, and thrills.
