Hero Interview
Hero Interview

Hero Interview

1994Movie106 minJapanese

Kasumi Sawaki (Honami Suzuki) works for a top-ranked newspaper publishing company as a capable economic reporter. Speaking six languages fluently, she vigorously performs research and interviews. Her fiance, Ishii (Shingo Tsurumi) is an elite in the same company. Although her work and love seem to go very well, she is suddenly relegated to the minor Sports Department which is full of strange colleagues.

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IMDb7.4/10
Director: Steve PurcellGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy

Plot Summary

A hardboiled detective interviews a series of cartoon characters, including Sam & Max and the Frog-man, about a missing pizza. The interviews become increasingly absurd as the characters offer their unique perspectives and suspect each other.

Critical Reception

As a short animated film, 'Hero Interview' is primarily known within circles appreciative of independent animation and the creators involved. It's recognized for its quirky humor and distinctive visual style, often seen as a precursor to later works by its creators.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its surreal and offbeat humor.
  • Appreciated for the distinctive character designs and animation style.
  • Seen as a cult favorite among fans of creator Steve Purcell.

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Fun Fact

This short film features the earliest appearances of the iconic characters Sam & Max, created by Steve Purcell.

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