The Trapezium: Unveiling the Release Date, Trailer, and More
Former idol Kazumi Takayama's popular novel series Trapezium is being adapted into an exciting film Get ready for an enthralling story, talented cast and crew, and stay tuned for the release date and captivating trailer Don't miss out on this highly anticipated cinematic experience!
Kazumi Takayama’s novel Trapezium has been confirmed to be getting an anime film adaptation. Here's everything we know about it so far.
CloverWorks, known for their successful series Spy x Family and Fairy Tail, is set to produce the anime adaptation of former idol Kazumi Takayama’s serial novel Trapezium.
The timing for this series is impeccable, with the world's growing fascination with social media and idol culture. Takayama's Trapezium, a former idol, delves into the unreachable fantasy of superstardom. With the film now having a release date, here is everything we currently know about it.
Trapezium release date
The film adaptation of Kazumi Takayama’s Trapezium will premiere in Japan on May 10, 2024.
"Trapezium" anime film will be released on May 10, 2024!Studio : CloverWorksPV:https://t.co/MzeWZjzTo8 pic.twitter.com/hFb4jrL1Y7
— AniTV (@AniTVco) December 11, 2023
This coming of age story is based on Kazumi Takayama’s personal experiences as a vocalist in the idol pop group, Nogizaka46. It offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the reality behind the glitz and glamour of pop star life.
The film is set to debut in Japanese cinemas in May 2024, with a potential release in the West afterwards. The streaming platform for the film's release in the West has not been confirmed at this time.
Trapezium plot
According to the teaser that was released by Aniplex’s YouTube channel, the plot of the film will closely follow the book.
The story centers on Yu Higashi, a ten-year-old girl with aspirations of becoming an idol. In order to pursue her dream, she establishes four strict rules for herself: no social media, no boyfriend, no drawing attention at school, and the necessity of befriending other girls from different regions. Will Yu be able to achieve her goal, or will she encounter the same obstacles that have thwarted many others before her?
Trapezium cast and crew
The full cast and crew for Trapezium has not yet been revealed. However, some key details are available. Asaki Yuikawa, recognized for roles in Shangri-La Frontier and The Legendary Hero is Dead!, will provide the voice for the main protagonist Yu Higashi.
Director Masahiro Shinohara is set to lead this upcoming film, with Yuko Kakihara penning the script, Rio serving as the character designer, and music by Masaru Yokoyama. Koji Masunari will oversee the project.
The musical group MAISONdes will be performing the film’s theme song, which can be previewed in the teaser trailer.
Trapezium trailer
On December 12, 2023, Kadokawa released the official teaser trailer for the upcoming film. Check it out below.
Don't miss Trapezium, a film that features bubble-gum pop music and offers a slice-of-life look at Yu Higashi as a typical high school girl. Keep an eye out for future updates and in the meantime, check out our other anime coverage.
Editor's P/S
As a hard fan of Kazumi Takayama's novel series Trapezium, I am thrilled to hear that it is finally being adapted into an anime film. The story is so captivating and relatable, and I can't wait to see it come to life on screen. I'm especially excited to see how the film will portray the main character, Yu Higashi, and her journey to become an idol. I think the film has great potential to be a huge success, and I can't wait to see it when it releases in May 2024.
The teaser trailer that was released recently has only increased my excitement for the film. It gives a glimpse into the world of Trapezium and introduces us to the main characters. The animation looks beautiful, and the music is catchy and upbeat. I can't wait to see more of the film and learn more about the story. I'm also curious to see how the film will handle the more serious themes that are present in the novel, such as the dark side of the idol industry and the struggles that idols face. Overall, I have high hopes for the Trapezium anime film, and I believe it will be a must-watch for fans of the novel series and anime in general.
