Blu-ray/DVD Mind Game Directed by Masaaki Yuasa Innovative animation High-quality 2.35 aspect ratio DTS-HD 5.1 Master Audio Bonus footage includes production process footage, commentary, production artwork trailer North American import Blu-ray/DVD

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"Mind Game" Blu-ray DVD - The unique world of animation created by director Masaaki Yuasa

A story of life depicted with innovative expression
"Mind Game" is a groundbreaking animated film released in 2004 as the feature-length directorial debut of director Masaaki Yuasa, known for "Devilman Crybaby." With a groundbreaking visual expression that combines live action, 2D, and 3D, it has made history in the world of animation as a unique hybrid movie that metamorphoses from back alleys to outer space.

The story revolves around the protagonist, Nishi. After failing to save his childhood friend and being killed by the Yakuza, Nishi encounters God in the afterlife. Though God tells him to "walk toward the light," Nishi runs as fast as he can in the opposite direction and succeeds in returning to Earth. After this unusual experience, he grows into a unique man who strives to live every moment of his life to the fullest.

The voice cast for this film was created in collaboration with Yoshimoto Kogyo, and features a star-studded cast including Imada Koji, Fujii Takashi, and Yamaguchi Tomomitsu. Its innovative expression has been highly praised from all quarters, and in 2004 it won two awards: the Japan Media Arts Festival Grand Prize from the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the Ofuji Noburo Award at the Mainichi Film Awards.

Visual expression and sound that breathe a unique aesthetic

This Blu-ray brings director Masaaki Yuasa's unique visual world to life in vivid detail. Presented in the original 2.35:1 aspect ratio, the film's vibrant colors and detailed image quality allow you to fully appreciate the film's charm.

The audio is recorded in immersive DTS-HD 5.1 Master Audio. The music, by Seiichi Yamamoto, who has received international acclaim for his work with groups such as ROVO and Rashinban, further enhances the film's appeal. Rear speakers are used effectively in lively scenes, and stunning echo effects are also used where appropriate, allowing you to experience a unique worldview woven together by the images and sound.

A rich content that explores the creativity of director Masaaki Yuasa

In addition to the main feature (approximately 103 minutes), this Blu-ray includes bonus footage that provides deeper insight into the background of the work.

• A feature-length animatic gives you a glimpse into the intermediate stages of the overall production process.
• The scenes with commentary by Director Yuasa are a valuable opportunity to watch specific scenes while listening to the director's own commentary.
• The production artwork gallery contains many artworks used during the production process, providing insight into how Director Yuasa's unique and creative expressions were created.
• It also includes a trailer for Mind Games.

These bonus features allow viewers to learn about director Masaaki Yuasa's creative animation production process and the behind-the-scenes of the film "Mind Game." This content is highly interesting for anyone interested in the expressive techniques of animation.

Continuing to explore the possibilities of animation

"Mind Game" transcends the boundaries of mere animation and embodies director Masaaki Yuasa's ongoing pursuit of new possibilities for expression. Its unique storytelling, which moves between death and rebirth, reality and fantasy, and its innovative visual expression, which seems to utilize optical illusions, stimulate the viewer's imagination.

This Blu-ray allows you to enjoy director Masaaki Yuasa's early masterpiece in high-quality image and sound. Experience the groundbreaking visuals that expanded the possibilities of animation and the unforgettable story that questions the meaning of life from the comfort of your own home.

About the North American Blu-ray Disc

North American Blu-ray discs use the same region code as Japan: Region A. However, some imported Blu-ray discs have a country code lock in addition to the region code. Discs with this country code lock may not be playable on Blu-ray players made in Japan.

Devices that can play discs with country code locks

• Blu-ray player with country code change function
• Region-free Blu-ray player
• PlayStation 3/4/5
• Blu-ray player software for PC

Also, many imported discs have English subtitles that are forced to be displayed, but depending on the player, you can disable the subtitles in the settings.

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