by The animated movie “Fortune Favors Lady,” planned and produced by the comedian pacific saury Akashiya (66), will be released in theaters in the United States around next spring as “FORTUNE FAVORS LADY NIKUKO.” It was decided on the 23rd. GKIDS, a US company that produces and distributes animated works for adults and families, has acquired distribution rights in North America.
This work is a moving heart-full comedy spun by Naoki Prize-winning author Kanako Nishi, who lives in a boat at a fishing port, and her mother and daughter, Meiko-chan and Kikuko. The director is Ayumu Watanabe of “Children of the Sea,” and STUDIO4 ℃ is the animation producer. It has become a worldwide famous work, such as winning awards at film festivals in each country.
Under this contract, GKIDS will distribute STUDIO 4 ° C’s past works, “Children of the Sea,” “MFKZ,” “Mind Game,” “Genius Party,” and “Genius Party Beyond.” The following collaboration between the two companies.
Director Ayumu Watanabe was overjoyed, saying, “Great news! I am very excited to see this work for everyone in the United States.” GKIDS President David Jested also said, “I am very excited to be with pacific saury Akashiya Creative Producer and Ayumu Watanabe. There is no doubt that it will have an impact on the audience here next year.” Was there.
