Who directed the anime film Jinsei?

Jinsei was written, directed, edited, and entirely hand-drawn by newcomer Ryuya Suzuki.

What is the plot of the anime film Jinsei?

Jinsei tells a surreal story about a hero's life and search for identity across a century, through various roles including a J-pop idol.

When is Jinsei premiering in the U.S.?

Jinsei will have its U.S. premiere at the IFC Center on June 5, with a nationwide expansion on June 12.

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Hand-Drawn Anime Epic Spans a Century

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Summary

Director Ryuya Suzuki hand-drew the entire anime film himself.
The film follows a hero's surreal, century-long search for identity.
'Jinsei' premieres in the U.S. on June 5 at IFC Center.

The independent anime film "Jinsei," meaning 'life' in Japanese, is the debut feature of director Ryuya Suzuki. Suzuki wrote, directed, edited, and hand-drew the entire film over 18 months.

The movie chronicles a hero's surreal odyssey spanning a century as he searches for his identity through various life roles, including a J-pop idol. Professional rapper Ace Cool voices the protagonist.

"Jinsei" premiered at the Annecy Film Festival and the Tokyo International Film Festival. It will have its U.S. premiere at the IFC Center on June 5, followed by a nationwide release on June 12.