Takayuki Hirao's Pompo The Cinephile. One day Pompos movie buff assistant Gene spots a new script written by Pompo and is moved by its exquisite story. Based on the manga by Shogo Sugitani the animated film from director Takayuki Hirao and studio CLAP is made for film lovers.
Added Teaser Trailer to. The animated film is animated by Clap and directed by Takayuki Hirao. Directed by Takayuki Hirao.
Pompo the Cinephile in US theaters April 29 2022 starring Konomi Kohara Hiroya Shimizu Akio Ôtsuka.
Added Takayuki Hirao as screenwriter to movie credits. Not only does Pompo the Cinephile never push. Directed by veteran animator Takayuki Hirao and produced by brand-new animation studio CLAP Pompo the Cinephile is a rollicking exuberant ode to the power of the movies and the joys and heartbreak of the creative process as a new director and his team devote their lives to the pursuit of a masterpiece. Voices by Hiroya Shimizu Konomi Kohara Christopher Trindade and Brianna Gentilella.
