Thailand’s Japan Anime Movie (JAM) has exciting plans to screen the live-action adaptation of Hirohiko Araki’s “Rohan at the Louvre” in Thailand starting September 28.
The film, titled “Kishibe Rohan Louvre e Iku” or “Rohan Kishibe Goes to the Louvre,” has already made waves in Japan, selling a whopping 221,000 tickets and earning around US$2.26 million in just its first three days after opening on May 26. The live-acton will premiere on Amazon Prime Video in Japan, France, and over 160 other countries and territories.
This live-action is a part of the live-action series that adapts the “Thus Spoke Rohan Kishibe” manga and anime series. The manga series, created by the genius Hirohiko Araki, is a part of the greater JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure universe, but it’s got its own flavor that’s hard to ignore.
From ghostly encounters to unexpected time loops, this series has it all, wrapped up in a package that’s anything but ordinary. And now we can enjoy all the JoJo bizarreness in a live-action. Although the announcement of JoJo Part 7’s anime adaptation would be appreciated a lot more, let’s enjoy this upcoming live-action.
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Rohan at the Louvre: Staff, Cast, Plot
The live-action of Rohan at the Louvre is directed by Kazutaka Watanabe with scripts written by Yasuko Kobayashi, who writes scripts for the anime adaptations of JoJo’s Bizzare Adventures. The character designs were handled by Isao Tsuge, the music was composed by Naruyoshi Kikuchi and NHK Enterprises, NHK, and P.I.C.S. produced the film.
The cast included Issei Takahashi as Rohan Kishibe, Marie Iitoyo as Kyoka Izumi, Rohan’s editor and Kento Nagao as Rohan in his younger days.
The Plot
In “Rohan at the Louvre,” we meet Rohan, a young and talented manga artist. One day, he encounters a mysterious and captivating young woman who entrusts him with a story of intrigue and danger. As Rohan sketches away, the woman unveils the tale of a cursed painting, over two centuries old.
Created with ink from a millennium-old tree, the painting’s dark origin involves a defiant artist and a vengeful Emperor. Despite its twisted history, the painting survived, hidden within the Louvre’s vast collection. Fast forward a decade, and Rohan’s fame has risen, but the woman’s story fades from his memory.
However, a trip to Paris triggers his curiosity, leading him to hunt for the cursed artwork. Little does he realize the immense and sinister power the painting holds, a power that awakens as he unearths it from the depths of the museum’s archives.
Thus Spoke Rohan Kishibe is about Rohan, who decides to venture out of his comfort zone to seek inspiration for his stories. But instead of hitting up your typical sources, he finds himself diving headfirst into the supernatural and the inexplicable. Each story arc is a stand-alone adventure, featuring Rohan as he encounters peculiar situations that challenge his wit and creativity.
Worth a Watch?
Thus Spoke Rohan Kishibe is a delightful expansion of the JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure universe that comes from the unique stands of Part 4: Diamond is Unbreakable. Hirohiko Araki seized this opportunity to give fans another banger of spinoff one-shots that center around the charismatic character Rohan Kishibe.
For those already invested in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Rohan at the Louvre is an appealing addition. It might not sway newcomers, but for existing fans, it’s a concise yet engrossing journey. Serving as a companion piece to Diamond is Unbreakable and Rohan’s character, it’s a recommended watch for those who loved the quirky tales and charm of the main series.
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