Chainsaw Man: Voices of Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada Embrace Denji and Reze’s Fate. Ending theme “JANE DOE” – commemorative PV released.

A new film adaptation of the Chainsaw Man “Reze Arc” has arrived, combining MAPPA’s intense animation with Kenshi Yonezu’s and Hikaru Utada’s stirring music. With the commemorative PV unveiled and first-day screenings held, fans are swept into Denji and Reze’s fateful encounter.

This article covers:

・The release of the new commemorative PV for the movie episode “Reze Arc”.
・The collaboration of Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada on the ending theme “JANE DOE”
・The movie’s continuation from the TV anime’s finale, produced by MAPPA.
・The story of Denji and Reze woven with high-speed battle action and fragile emotions.
・The excitement of the first-day screenings across major Japanese cities.

The Rise of Chainsaw Man

The original manga Chainsaw Man, serialized in Shonen Jump+ by Tatsuki Fujimoto, has surpassed 30 million copies in circulation. Known for works like Fire Punch, Look Back, and Goodbye, Eri, Fujimoto’s genius storytelling continues to capture readers. The 2022 TV anime adaptation by MAPPA (Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan: The Final Season) gained worldwide acclaim, now streaming in over 200 countries.

From TV to the Big Screen — The Reze Arc
Now, the fan-favorite “Reze Arc” follows the TV anime finale. Denji’s fateful meeting with Reze drives him into an unpredictable destiny, portrayed with MAPPA’s exhilarating battle sequences and emotional depth.

A Commemorative PV That Strikes the Heart

The newly released PV depicts Denji and Reze’s fleeting youth—sharing laughter in a café, sneaking into a school pool, and attending a summer festival. The contrast between joy and Reze’s melancholic lines creates a poignant atmosphere. The melody of “JANE DOE” combining Yonezu’s expressive strength and Utada’s ethereal voice, wraps even the fiercest battles with fragile beauty, making the film unforgettable.

Music That Colors the Film

The film’s opening theme “IRIS OUT” by Kenshi Yonezu, along with the surprise collaboration ending theme “JANE DOE” featuring Hikaru Utada, enrich the film’s dramatic tone. Yonezu, whose “KICK BACK” became a worldwide sensation, joins Utada for the first time, blending their unique voices into an unforgettable soundscape.

First-Day Screenings Filled with Passion

At midnight on release day, theaters in Japan’s five major cities hosted special early screenings. At TOHO Cinemas Shinjuku, couples, friends, cosplayers, and international fans filled the venue, eagerly awaiting the premiere. Audience reactions ranged from smiles to intense focus, with discussions lingering afterward, especially about the emotional resonance of “JANE DOE.”

FAQ

Q1: What is the schedule of the new Chainsaw Man movie?
A: The movie premiered on September 19 with midnight screenings in Japan’s five major cities, following the 2022 TV anime series.
Q2: What is the story of the “Reze Arc”?
A: Denji meets Reze by chance, leading him into an unpredictable destiny that blends fleeting youth and intense battle action.
Q3: Who produced the Chainsaw Man Reze Arc film?
A: The anime studio MAPPA, known for Jujutsu Kaisen and Attack on Titan: The Final Season, produced the movie.
Q4: Who are the voice actors in the Reze Arc?
A: Denji’s voice actor reprises his role from the TV anime, and Reze is voiced by Reina Ueda.
Q5: Which characters appear in the film?
A: The central characters are Denji and Reze, whose relationship drives the emotional and narrative core of the movie.
Q6: Is the film based on Tatsuki Fujimoto’s original manga?
A: Yes, it adapts the “Reze Arc” from Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man, continuing directly from the TV series finale.

Source : Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Official Website