Anime is currently experiencing unprecedented growth, but behind the scenes, the reality can be grueling for those involved.
Director Kiyotaka Oshiyama recently shared the challenges faced during the production of “Look Back” at a preview event in Japan. Oshiyama revealed that the production schedule was so demanding that he practically moved into the office for three months to ensure the completion of the project.
During the preview event attended by Oricon, Oshiyama confessed that most of the staff had not even seen the finished film yet.
Look Back Director Shares Insights Into the Terrifying Moments Encountered While Making the Movie
Despite the version shown at the event not being 100% complete, Oshiyama disclosed that he had spent 2.5 months living in the office to finalize the draft.
“The staff hasn’t even seen the movie yet. The schedule was so grueling as if I’ve been doing a hard triathlon for a long time. Every day was so thrilling. It’s little early to say [Look Back is] finished yet,” Oshiyama shared.
“I had drawn until yesterday noon and finished [the movie] last night. I have been staying at the office the past 2.5 months. Finally, I got to go home yesterday and slept on the futon there. I think I have a lot of sleep debt now.”
The dedication of Oshiyama and the Studio Durian team to bring “Look Back” to fruition is evident. Oshiyama revealed that the team worked tirelessly on the film up until its premiere, with more work still to be done before its wide release in Japan on June 28.
With the pressure mounting to finalize the film for its upcoming release, one can only hope that Oshiyama and his team prioritize their well-being amidst the chaos.
