"If The Boy And The Beast doesn't cast away any doubts that Hosoda Mamoru will become the new king of Japanese animation, I don't know what will" Twitch Film "This is one of those films that is perfect for any age group—there’s something for everyone in this one" Kotaku

We’re thrilled to announce that the newest film from award-winning director Mamoru Hosoda, The Boy and the Beast, will hit cinemas in Australia and New Zealand from March 3, 2016.

You’ll have the option to watch this moving masterpiece in the new English dub (which was developed closely with Hosoda himself) or the original Japanese version (with English subtitles) at select cinemas.

The Boy and the Beast is a coming-of-age action fantasy tale about Kyuta, a misfortunate, lonely boy who lives on the streets of the human realm (Tokyo’s Shibuya ward) and Kumatetsu, a lonesome beast who lives in the bakemono realm (“Shibutenmachi”). These worlds must not intersect, but one day, Kyuta stumbles upon an entry to the bakemono realm. With no family to call his own in the human realm, he becomes the disciple of Kumatetsu.

The, at times stormy, relationship between the beast and his young apprentice gradually grows stronger. Overcoming their solitude, they come to realise how much they need each other. Their fortunate encounter will be the beginning of an adventure that goes beyond your imagination.

Watch the trailer here:

Tickets go on sale February 6, but screenings are limited, so visit our website to secure your tickets and find out more!