Cast
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Risa Taneda
as Mirai Kuriyama (voice)
KENN
as Akihito Kanbara (voice)
Minori Chihara
as Mitsuki Nase (voice)
Tatsuhisa Suzuki
as Hiroomi Nase (voice)
Akeno Watanabe
as Shizuku Ninomiya (voice)
Naomi Shindo
as Ayaka Shindou (voice)
Yuri Yamaoka
as Ai Shindou (voice)
Masaya Matsukaze
as Miroku Fujima (voice)
Moe Toyota
as Sakura Inami (voice)
Ayako Kawasumi
as Izumi Nase (voice)
Hiromi Konno
as Yayoi Kanbara (voice)
Emi Shinohara
as Mirai's Mother (voice)
May Tanaka
as Akihito Kanbara (young) (voice)
Yoko Hikasa
as Mirai's Ancestor (voice)
Seiichiro Yamashita
as Spirit World Warrior (voice)
Crew
Director
- Taichi Ishidate
Producer
- Gou Tanaka
- Shinichi Nakamura
- Shigeru Saito
- Eharu Ohashi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Beyond the Boundary: I'll Be Here – Future examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Taichi Ishidate brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2015, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Beyond the Boundary: I'll Be Here – Future took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 141 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2015, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Beyond the Boundary: I'll Be Here – Future shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Alien³, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Beyond the Boundary: I'll Be Here – Future subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Alien Resurrection and They Are All Dead explore similar territory, Beyond the Boundary: I'll Be Here – Future stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: April 25, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 30m
