Press Release
Geek Pictures (Production and Production Management) | Latest Film Starring Go Morita, “The Potentials”: New Cast Members Full of Personality Announced, Stills Released!
Geek Pictures is participating as both producer and production company in the latest film starring Go Morita, “The Potentials” which is set to open on Friday, October 30, at Theater Shinjuku and other theaters. It has been announced that Aoi Morikawa, Yuri Kawakami, Hiroshi Abe, Marika Matsumoto, Tetsuya Takeda, and Iko Hayase have joined the cast.
Comments from Aoi Morikawa and Yuri Kawakami have also been released. Additionally, seven stills from the film have been unveiled.
Please see the press release for details.
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We’re excited to announce the new cast members!
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Aoi Morikawa, who is active in both TV dramas and films and is currently appearing in the much-talked-about “Gas Human,” plays Yuki Ushioda, a mid-level editor lacking passion who embarks on creating a manga alongside Tsuchiya. Morikawa commented on her thoughts about the film: “I hope that through this movie, people will remember that no matter what path they’ve taken in life, they are the protagonists of their own stories, and that they’ll take even just one step—or even half a step—forward. I hope people will feel that way. It’s a film that makes you believe that even if your choice seems wrong to others, if it’s the path you’ve chosen for yourself, the day will come when it turns out to be the right one.”
Another member of Tsuchiya’s manga-making team is Poteto Yamada, a headstrong rookie assistant. She is played by Yuri Kawakami, who is active primarily on stage—including her role in the much-talked-about NODA·MAP production *Fahrenheit Minus 320°*. Kawakami commented, “It’s a great blessing to have things you love and want to do, but as you keep going, there are times when it’s tough (though of course there are fun times too), and there are times when you lose the will to keep going. Still, I think people who keep going despite that are cool, so I want to keep doing what I love as well.”
(*Full comments from Aoi Morikawa and Yuri Kawakami are provided below.)
Furthermore, Hiroshi Abe—who has appeared in a string of hit productions, including the TBS Sunday Theater series “VIVANT”—will play Akira Baba, the editor-in-chief and Ushioda’s boss. Marika Matsumoto—who has starred in numerous dramas and is currently co-starring in the ongoing MBS series “Emiri to Maria”—will play Rika Tsuchiya, Tsuchiya’s estranged wife and a popular voice actress. The role of Haru Yoshizumi, the legendary manga artist for whom Tsuchiya works as an assistant, is played by Tetsuya Takeda, who is active across a wide range of genres and published the book *Bloom, Grandpa: A Textbook for the Second Half of Life* in May. The diverse cast also includes Iko Hayase, currently gaining attention and set to star in her first solo lead film, *The Cursed Smartphone* (opening November 13), as Hikari Tsuchiya, Tsuchiya’s daughter and a high school entrance exam candidate struggling with anxiety. Set against the backdrop of the manga industry, the film sharply yet lightheartedly portrays the lives of adults as they navigate their paths—from the daily work life of long-time manga assistant Kiichi Tsuchiya (played by Tsuyoshi Morita) to the colorful cast of characters surrounding him.
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Plus, seven stills from the film have been released for the first time!
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Set against the backdrop of the manga industry, the film sharply yet lightheartedly portrays the lives of adults as they navigate their way through life—featuring scenes of long-time manga assistant Kiichi Tsuchiya (played by Tsuyoshi Morita) at work and the colorful cast of characters surrounding him.
Comments from Aoi Morikawa and Yuri Kawakami have also been released. Additionally, seven stills from the film have been unveiled.
Please see the press release for details.
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We’re excited to announce the new cast members!
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Aoi Morikawa, who is active in both TV dramas and films and is currently appearing in the much-talked-about “Gas Human,” plays Yuki Ushioda, a mid-level editor lacking passion who embarks on creating a manga alongside Tsuchiya. Morikawa commented on her thoughts about the film: “I hope that through this movie, people will remember that no matter what path they’ve taken in life, they are the protagonists of their own stories, and that they’ll take even just one step—or even half a step—forward. I hope people will feel that way. It’s a film that makes you believe that even if your choice seems wrong to others, if it’s the path you’ve chosen for yourself, the day will come when it turns out to be the right one.”
Another member of Tsuchiya’s manga-making team is Poteto Yamada, a headstrong rookie assistant. She is played by Yuri Kawakami, who is active primarily on stage—including her role in the much-talked-about NODA·MAP production *Fahrenheit Minus 320°*. Kawakami commented, “It’s a great blessing to have things you love and want to do, but as you keep going, there are times when it’s tough (though of course there are fun times too), and there are times when you lose the will to keep going. Still, I think people who keep going despite that are cool, so I want to keep doing what I love as well.”
(*Full comments from Aoi Morikawa and Yuri Kawakami are provided below.)
Furthermore, Hiroshi Abe—who has appeared in a string of hit productions, including the TBS Sunday Theater series “VIVANT”—will play Akira Baba, the editor-in-chief and Ushioda’s boss. Marika Matsumoto—who has starred in numerous dramas and is currently co-starring in the ongoing MBS series “Emiri to Maria”—will play Rika Tsuchiya, Tsuchiya’s estranged wife and a popular voice actress. The role of Haru Yoshizumi, the legendary manga artist for whom Tsuchiya works as an assistant, is played by Tetsuya Takeda, who is active across a wide range of genres and published the book *Bloom, Grandpa: A Textbook for the Second Half of Life* in May. The diverse cast also includes Iko Hayase, currently gaining attention and set to star in her first solo lead film, *The Cursed Smartphone* (opening November 13), as Hikari Tsuchiya, Tsuchiya’s daughter and a high school entrance exam candidate struggling with anxiety. Set against the backdrop of the manga industry, the film sharply yet lightheartedly portrays the lives of adults as they navigate their paths—from the daily work life of long-time manga assistant Kiichi Tsuchiya (played by Tsuyoshi Morita) to the colorful cast of characters surrounding him.
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Plus, seven stills from the film have been released for the first time!
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Set against the backdrop of the manga industry, the film sharply yet lightheartedly portrays the lives of adults as they navigate their way through life—featuring scenes of long-time manga assistant Kiichi Tsuchiya (played by Tsuyoshi Morita) at work and the colorful cast of characters surrounding him.
Press Release
Geek Pictures (Production and Production Management) | Latest Film Starring Go Morita, “The Potentials”: New Cast Members Full of Personality Announced, Stills Released!
Geek Pictures is participating as both producer and production company in the latest film starring Go Morita, “The Potentials” which is set to open on Friday, October 30, at Theater Shinjuku and other theaters. It has been announced that Aoi Morikawa, Yuri Kawakami, Hiroshi Abe, Marika Matsumoto, Tetsuya Takeda, and Iko Hayase have joined the cast.
Comments from Aoi Morikawa and Yuri Kawakami have also been released. Additionally, seven stills from the film have been unveiled.
Please see the press release for details.
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We’re excited to announce the new cast members!
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Aoi Morikawa, who is active in both TV dramas and films and is currently appearing in the much-talked-about “Gas Human,” plays Yuki Ushioda, a mid-level editor lacking passion who embarks on creating a manga alongside Tsuchiya. Morikawa commented on her thoughts about the film: “I hope that through this movie, people will remember that no matter what path they’ve taken in life, they are the protagonists of their own stories, and that they’ll take even just one step—or even half a step—forward. I hope people will feel that way. It’s a film that makes you believe that even if your choice seems wrong to others, if it’s the path you’ve chosen for yourself, the day will come when it turns out to be the right one.”
Another member of Tsuchiya’s manga-making team is Poteto Yamada, a headstrong rookie assistant. She is played by Yuri Kawakami, who is active primarily on stage—including her role in the much-talked-about NODA·MAP production *Fahrenheit Minus 320°*. Kawakami commented, “It’s a great blessing to have things you love and want to do, but as you keep going, there are times when it’s tough (though of course there are fun times too), and there are times when you lose the will to keep going. Still, I think people who keep going despite that are cool, so I want to keep doing what I love as well.”
(*Full comments from Aoi Morikawa and Yuri Kawakami are provided below.)
Furthermore, Hiroshi Abe—who has appeared in a string of hit productions, including the TBS Sunday Theater series “VIVANT”—will play Akira Baba, the editor-in-chief and Ushioda’s boss. Marika Matsumoto—who has starred in numerous dramas and is currently co-starring in the ongoing MBS series “Emiri to Maria”—will play Rika Tsuchiya, Tsuchiya’s estranged wife and a popular voice actress. The role of Haru Yoshizumi, the legendary manga artist for whom Tsuchiya works as an assistant, is played by Tetsuya Takeda, who is active across a wide range of genres and published the book *Bloom, Grandpa: A Textbook for the Second Half of Life* in May. The diverse cast also includes Iko Hayase, currently gaining attention and set to star in her first solo lead film, *The Cursed Smartphone* (opening November 13), as Hikari Tsuchiya, Tsuchiya’s daughter and a high school entrance exam candidate struggling with anxiety. Set against the backdrop of the manga industry, the film sharply yet lightheartedly portrays the lives of adults as they navigate their paths—from the daily work life of long-time manga assistant Kiichi Tsuchiya (played by Tsuyoshi Morita) to the colorful cast of characters surrounding him.
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Plus, seven stills from the film have been released for the first time!
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Set against the backdrop of the manga industry, the film sharply yet lightheartedly portrays the lives of adults as they navigate their way through life—featuring scenes of long-time manga assistant Kiichi Tsuchiya (played by Tsuyoshi Morita) at work and the colorful cast of characters surrounding him.
Comments from Aoi Morikawa and Yuri Kawakami have also been released. Additionally, seven stills from the film have been unveiled.
Please see the press release for details.
┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈
We’re excited to announce the new cast members!
┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈
Aoi Morikawa, who is active in both TV dramas and films and is currently appearing in the much-talked-about “Gas Human,” plays Yuki Ushioda, a mid-level editor lacking passion who embarks on creating a manga alongside Tsuchiya. Morikawa commented on her thoughts about the film: “I hope that through this movie, people will remember that no matter what path they’ve taken in life, they are the protagonists of their own stories, and that they’ll take even just one step—or even half a step—forward. I hope people will feel that way. It’s a film that makes you believe that even if your choice seems wrong to others, if it’s the path you’ve chosen for yourself, the day will come when it turns out to be the right one.”
Another member of Tsuchiya’s manga-making team is Poteto Yamada, a headstrong rookie assistant. She is played by Yuri Kawakami, who is active primarily on stage—including her role in the much-talked-about NODA·MAP production *Fahrenheit Minus 320°*. Kawakami commented, “It’s a great blessing to have things you love and want to do, but as you keep going, there are times when it’s tough (though of course there are fun times too), and there are times when you lose the will to keep going. Still, I think people who keep going despite that are cool, so I want to keep doing what I love as well.”
(*Full comments from Aoi Morikawa and Yuri Kawakami are provided below.)
Furthermore, Hiroshi Abe—who has appeared in a string of hit productions, including the TBS Sunday Theater series “VIVANT”—will play Akira Baba, the editor-in-chief and Ushioda’s boss. Marika Matsumoto—who has starred in numerous dramas and is currently co-starring in the ongoing MBS series “Emiri to Maria”—will play Rika Tsuchiya, Tsuchiya’s estranged wife and a popular voice actress. The role of Haru Yoshizumi, the legendary manga artist for whom Tsuchiya works as an assistant, is played by Tetsuya Takeda, who is active across a wide range of genres and published the book *Bloom, Grandpa: A Textbook for the Second Half of Life* in May. The diverse cast also includes Iko Hayase, currently gaining attention and set to star in her first solo lead film, *The Cursed Smartphone* (opening November 13), as Hikari Tsuchiya, Tsuchiya’s daughter and a high school entrance exam candidate struggling with anxiety. Set against the backdrop of the manga industry, the film sharply yet lightheartedly portrays the lives of adults as they navigate their paths—from the daily work life of long-time manga assistant Kiichi Tsuchiya (played by Tsuyoshi Morita) to the colorful cast of characters surrounding him.
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Plus, seven stills from the film have been released for the first time!
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Set against the backdrop of the manga industry, the film sharply yet lightheartedly portrays the lives of adults as they navigate their way through life—featuring scenes of long-time manga assistant Kiichi Tsuchiya (played by Tsuyoshi Morita) at work and the colorful cast of characters surrounding him.
