The official website for Time of Eve creator Yasuhiro Yoshiura's Patema Inverted (Sakasama no Patema) film announced on Thursday that the project has been delayed until next year. The movie was originally scheduled for release this year.

The story takes place in an underground world where tunnels extend everywhere. Even though they live in dark and confined spaces, people wear protective clothes and lead quiet and enjoyable lives. Patema, a princess in her underground village, loves to explore the tunnels. Her favorite place is a "danger zone" that her village prohibits people from entering. Even though she's scolded, Patema's curiosity can't be held back. No one ever explained what the supposed danger was. On her usual trip to the "danger zone," Patema faces unexpected events. When hidden secrets come to light, the story begins to unfold.

Four prologue episodes titled Patema Inverted: Beginning of the Day were posted on the video streaming site niconico.

Thanks to Vito Plahuta for the news tip.