5 recommended movies starring Gen Hoshino! An edgy lineup that stands out!

3. “The Night is Short, Walk, Maiden” (17) Director: Masaaki Yuasa 93 minutes

The popular TV anime " Yojohan Mythology Taikei " (10) was written by Tomihiko Morimi, directed by Masaaki Yuasa, scripted by Makoto Ueda (Europe Planning), character designed by Yusuke Nakamura, and theme song by ASIAN KUNG-FU. An animated film that reunites GENERATION. Gen Hoshino served as the voice actor for the main character.

A fantastical and comical depiction of a college student ``Senpai'' (voice: Gen Hoshino) who has feelings for his junior, ``Black-Haired Maiden'' (voice: Kana Hanazawa), and his efforts to fulfill his love for her.

Director Yuasa's uniquely deformed and imaginative worldview, Morimi's characteristic literary lines and unique characters, and Ueda's ups and downs of emotions are mixed together. It can be said that it is a highly difficult mission that requires ``high-speed dialogue delivery'' and ``wild fluctuations in tension,'' but Hoshino handles these tasks perfectly, while also incorporating a ``rawness'' and ``sluggishness'' into his voice. .

The ``senpai'' character played in this work also appears to be an ordinary (and a bit clumsy) college student at first glance, but the later the movie progresses, the more acrobatic his actions become noticeable, giving him a sense of speed. go. It can be said that Hoshino's specialty is the portrayal of an introspective protagonist who throws away his self-esteem and rushes into love with all his might.

Around this time, her number of appearances steadily increased, including the TV dramas `` Kounodori '' (15-17), ` `It's Shameful to Run Away, but It's Useful '' (16), and the taiga drama `` Sanada Maru '' (16). The influence of actor Gen Hoshino continues to grow stronger.

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