by FilmInk Staff
The beloved Studio Ghibli classic returns to cinemas in IMAX® starting July 2, and expanding into traditional cinemas in 4K starting July 9.
Crunchyroll, the ultimate destination for anime, announces that the anime classic Kiki’s Delivery Service will return to cinemas in Australia and New Zealand, newly remastered in 4K, exclusively in IMAX® for one week starting on July 2. The film, distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment, will expand into traditional cinemas in 4K starting July 9.
The 1989 film, from legendary filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, has been remastered in 4K, showcasing the authentic craftsmanship of Studio Ghibli’s intricate hand-drawn artwork. The re-release marks the first time the Ghibli classic will screen on IMAX in Australia and New Zealand and will be shown in both the original Japanese with English subtitles, as well as dubbed in English.
Official Film Synopsis:
Celebrate this beloved coming-of-age story from the legendary Studio Ghibli, creators of Spirited Away, and Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki, about a resourceful young witch who uses her broom to create a delivery service, only to lose her gift of flight in a moment of self-doubt.
It is a tradition for all young witches to leave their families on the night of a full moon and fly off into the wide world to learn their craft. When that night comes for Kiki, she embarks on her new journey with her sarcastic black cat, Jiji, landing the next morning in a seaside town, where her unique skills make her an instant sensation. Don’t miss this delightfully imaginative and timeless story of a young girl finding her way in the world, featuring the voices of Kirsten Dunst, Janeane Garofalo, Phil Hartman, and Debbie Reynolds.
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Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between U.S.-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan’s Aniplex Inc., a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group. Films distributed and marketed by Crunchyroll—domestically and internationally—have a proven track record of both box office and critical success. Crunchyroll’s theatrical team has been behind 10 of the Top 20 best-performing anime films in U.S. box office history, including Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train, Suzume, Jujutsu Kaisen 0, Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO, One Piece Film: Red, and more. Not only have Crunchyroll films seen box office success, but have also been recognized with numerous awards and accolades and been accepted and screened at international film festivals around the globe.
