The highly anticipated anime film adaptation of Hiroshi Sakurazaka’s acclaimed science-fiction novel, “All You Need Is Kill,” is set to make its North American premiere at the 29th annual Fantasia International Film Festival. The festival will run from July 16 to August 3, 2025, in Montreal, offering audiences a first look at this new animated interpretation.
A Fresh Perspective on a Familiar Tale
The “All You Need Is Kill” anime, produced by STUDIO4°C, reimagines the popular time-looping narrative from a unique vantage point: the perspective of the elite soldier Rita Vrataski. This distinct approach differentiates it from both the original novel and the Hollywood live-action film adaptation, “Edge of Tomorrow,” which starred Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt. The anime features a talented voice cast, including Ai Mikami as Rita, Natsuki Hanae as Keiji, Kana Hanazawa as Shasta, and comedians hiccorohee and mo-junior high school as Raychell and Yonaval, respectively.
A Highlight of Fantasia’s Robust Anime Lineup
The North American premiere of “All You Need Is Kill” is a significant addition to Fantasia’s diverse and expansive anime showcase for 2025. The festival is known for being a major platform for anime premieres and international recognition. Attendees will also have the opportunity to experience a 4K restoration of Mamoru Oshii’s cult classic “Angel’s Egg,” offering a rare chance to see the film with enhanced visuals.
Beyond established works, Fantasia will continue to champion independent animation through its “Anime no Bento” program, which features innovative short-form anime. This year’s selection includes the international premieres of “LOCA!” directed by Ion Miyamoto and Yuta Uchiya, and “Dungeons & Television” by Junchukan Bonta, alongside the world premiere of the “science-fiction maxi-short” “Beyond the Trail,” directed by Vab.png.
Other highly anticipated anime titles confirmed for Fantasia’s 2025 program include “Blank Canvas: My So-Called Artist’s Journey,” “ChaO,” “Honeko Akabane’s Bodyguards,” “Mononoke The Movie: Chapter II – The Ashes of Rage,” “Tamala 2030: A Punk Cat in Dark,” “Ya Boy Kongmin! The Movie,” and the first four episodes of “Nyaight of the Living Cat.” The festival promises a rich and varied experience for anime enthusiasts, showcasing a blend of established and emerging talent within the animation world.
