Viz Pictures and NCM FATHOM are teaming up once again to bring you full length Japanese movies onto the silver screen before they hit the store shelves. This time it is the popular sequel to the first DEATH NOTE movie, it’s “DEATH NOTE II: The Last Name” that will appear in almost 400 theaters across the US.
Taking place right after the conclusion of the DEATH NOTE, Light Yagami joins the investigation team in pursuit of the serial killer known as “Kira.” While L still strongly suspects that Light is “Kira,” Light Yagami continues to seek out the real name of L so he can kill him with his Death Note. Making things even more unpredictable are the ‘Eyes of Death’, given to the second Kira, enabling the owner to know the true identity and lifespan of any person. Adding further confusion for the authorities, a new rash of murders attributed to the Death Note occurs all over the world and is attributed to “the Second Kira.”
The head of both companies are optimistic to the success of the country-wide screening. Dan Diamond, vice president of NCM Fathom had this to say about the continuing venture with Viz Pictures:
The first DEATH NOTE event was a tremendous success, enjoyed by thousands who were given a glimpse into the making of this visually phenomenal series earlier this year. Fathom is excited to again partner with VIZ Pictures to bring Death Note II: The Last Name to the big screen and invite fans nationwide to enjoy this wonderful event at their local movie theatre.
President and CEO of Viz Pictures, Seiji Horibuchi, also had this to say:
“DEATH NOTE” has captivated millions of fans with a truly original story that has found great success as a manga, an animated series and live-action feature. Death Note II: The Last Name continues the battle of wits between master sleuth L and his nemesis, Light Yagami, as the motives between good and evil and what is moral and what isn’t are explored and played upon. The success of the first “DEATH NOTE” live-action event in North America led us to again team with NCM FATHOM to add nearly 100 more theatres, which gives an even greater number of fans an opportunity to see the event. We invite everyone to check out this newest chapter in the “DEATH NOTE” saga.
Just like before the theatre even will also have an exclusive behind-the-scenes in the making of the move, along with an in-depth interview with director Shusuke Kaneko, plus a unique profile of the cast. The movie will be screening for two days on Wednesday, October 15th and Thursday the 16th at 7:30 local time. Although tickets will be available for all on September 5th, there will be advance ticket sales exclusively to SHONEN JUMP Newsletter Subscribers on August 29th (one week before the general public). Fans of the series are encouraged to sign up for the Newsletter at http://www.shonenjump.com/news/newsblast/options.php.
For a complete list of theatre locations, prices and ticket information, please visit www.FathomEvents.com (theatres are subject to change). Additional information about “DEATH NOTE II: THE LAST NAME”, trailers and background on the manga and animated series are available at www.DeathNoteFilms.com. For more information on Death Note II: The Last Name and other VIZ Pictures films please also visit www.viz-pictures.com. For additional information on DEATH NOTE please visit deathnote.viz.com.
Source: Viz Media
