It has been
announced that Lewis Carroll ’s famous book , “ Alice in Wonderland ( Fushigi no Kuni no
Alice )”, will be brought to the big screen for the first time as an
animated film in Japan. Titled “ Fushigi no Kuni de Alice to -Dive in
Wonderland- ”, the work will be released on August 29 in theaters.
In this
new adaptation, the protagonist will not be Alice, but Lise, a young woman from
the modern era who accidentally ends up in Wonderland. There she meets Alice,
starting an adventure that promises charm, reflection and fun. The cast
includes Nanoka Hara as Lise and child actress Maika Pugh as Alice.
The press
release included comments from members of the production:
- Nanoka Hara (Lise): It was a pleasant surprise to
be selected for a voice-over role again. Although I was nervous during the
recording, I enjoyed every moment and was deeply moved to be part of this
beautiful project. I think Lise is a character that many will be able to
identify with and I hope that this film touches the hearts of children and
adults alike.
- Maika Pugh (Alice): When I found out I would be
playing Alice, I couldn't contain my excitement. Alice is a character full
of life and energy, and I enjoyed exploring different shades of her
personality during filming. This is a film to share with family or
friends, both for those who know the story and for those who will be
entering this world for the first time.
- Toshiya Shinohara
(Director): Walking alongside characters and worlds that fascinate us can be an
unforgettable experience. I hope this film will be an adventure that
leaves an impression on those who see it, inspiring them to look at the
world from new perspectives.
- Yuko Kakihara
(Screenwriter): While writing the script, I found myself asking myself over and
over again why Alice remains so beloved throughout the ages. I hope that
this film will be a warm and light refuge, like sharing a cup of tea with
friends, and that audiences will leave the theater with a smile.
Synopsis of Alice in Wonderland
Alice in
Wonderland is one of the best known fantasy stories in the world of literature,
because in it the English logician-mathematician and writer: Lewis Carroll,
created a unique world, full of incredible creatures and fantastic characters
that for more than a century have captivated children and adults, who have
decided to accompany the innocent and curious Alice in her incredible
adventures. Likewise, this work presents a criticism of Carroll towards the
norms of the rigid Vitorian society, because in it you can clearly see a girl
who must get ahead alone, away from the strict educational norms; so, with this
work, the author shows girls and boys as socially capable and independent
members, discovering at the same time the selfishness, fears and violence of
adults.
Source: Comic Natalie
(c)「不思議の国でアリスと」製作委員会
