A feature-length documentary titled Tezuka: God of Manga has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund its production. According to the project's press release, the film is scheduled for completion in 2028 to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the birth of Osamu Tezuka, the influential creator of Astro Boy. The production team, led by director Jason Andrew Cohn and Bread & Butter Films, has secured interviews with prominent industry figures, including Katsuhiro Ōtomo, Riyoko Ikeda, Naoki Urasawa, Gō Nagai, and Yoshiyuki Tomino. The documentary also features contributions from manga scholars such as Fred Schodt and Helen McCarthy. The crowdfunding campaign, which runs until November 13, offers various rewards for backers, with physical media distributions expected in July 2028.
Tezuka: God of Manga Documentary Launches Kickstarter Campaign
A new feature-length documentary celebrating the life and work of Osamu Tezuka has launched a crowdfunding campaign ahead of its planned 2028 release.
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