Blue Giant

Dai Miyamoto, a passionate young saxophonist from Hokkaido, dreams of becoming the greatest jazz musician in the world. He moves to Tokyo with his childhood friend, drummer Shunji Tamada, and meets pianist Yukinari Kashiwagi. Together, they form a jazz trio named "JASS," aiming to conquer the Tokyo jazz scene with their fiery and energetic performances. The film follows their intense journey of practice, struggle, and artistic growth as they chase their musical ambitions.

Blue Giant has been widely praised for its stunning animation, powerful musical performances, and emotionally resonant storytelling. Critics and audiences alike have lauded its ability to capture the raw energy and passion of live jazz, making it a standout film for both music lovers and anime fans.

• Visually stunning animation that brings the music to life.

• A deeply emotional and inspiring story about pursuing one's dreams.

• The jazz performances are incredibly dynamic and engaging.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Blue Giant, praising its captivating animation and the incredible energy of the music. Many found the story of friendship and artistic ambition to be very moving and inspiring, with particular appreciation for the authentic portrayal of the jazz scene.

Nominated for Best Animated Feature Film at the 47th Japan Academy Film Prize.

The film features original music composed by the renowned jazz pianist and composer Hiromi Uehara, who also performed the piano parts for the character Yukinari Kashiwagi.