Movie
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"Sound! Euphonium The Movie - Our Promise: A Brand New Day" is a sequel to the "Sound! Euphonium" series, set after the events of the second season. The story centers on the Kitauji High School concert band as they prepare for their next national competition. With the departure of their third-year members, the band faces the challenge of rebuilding under new leadership. Kumiko Oumae, now a second-year student, steps into the role of euphonium section leader, while her classmate Natsuki Nakagawa becomes the band president.

The narrative explores the dynamics of the band as they navigate internal conflicts, personal growth, and the pressures of competition. New first-year students join the ensemble, including Kanade Hisaishi, a talented but reserved euphonium player, and Mirei Suzuki, a driven and ambitious clarinetist. These newcomers bring fresh perspectives and challenges, testing the cohesion of the group. Kumiko, in particular, struggles with her responsibilities as a leader and her desire to maintain the band’s unity.

As the band works toward their goal of reaching the national competition, they encounter setbacks, including disagreements over musical interpretation and the emotional toll of striving for perfection. The story highlights the relationships between the characters, particularly Kumiko’s evolving bond with her peers and her determination to honor the promise made to the previous third-year members. The film culminates in the band’s performance at the regional competition, where their hard work and dedication are put to the test.

The movie maintains a strong focus on the themes of teamwork, perseverance, and the pursuit of excellence, staying true to the tone of the original series. It balances character-driven moments with the technical and emotional aspects of musical performance, offering a continuation of the story that resonates with fans of the franchise.
Information
Sound! Euphonium The Movie - Our Promise: A Brand New Day
劇場版 響け!ユーフォニアム~誓いのフィナーレ~
Type: Movie
Movie/Episode length: 100 min.
Date: 04/19/2019
Categories
Genre
Drama
Tags
Music
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Staff
  • Director
    Tatsuya Ishihara
  • Storyboard
    Tatsuya Ishihara
  • Music
    Akito Matsuda
  • Character Design
    Shoko Ikeda
  • Chief Animation Director
    Shoko Ikeda
    Futoshi Nishiya
  • 3D Director
    Norihiro Tomiita
  • Executive producer
    Shunji Inoue
    Yoko Furukawa
    Yōta Tsuruoka
    Yōko Hatta
  • Sound Director
    Yōta Tsuruoka
  • Script
    Jukki Hanada
  • Unit Director
    Yasuhiro Takemoto
    Noriyuki Kitanohara
    Minoru Ōta
    Shinpei Sawa
    Taichi Ogawa
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Mutsuo Shinohara
  • Animation Director
    Hiroyuki Takahashi
    Kazumi Ikeda
    Miku Kadowaki
    Nobuaki Maruki
    Seiichi Akitake
    Yuki Tsunoda
    Kohei Okamura
    Yuko Myouken
    Tatsunari Maruko
  • Director of Photography
    Kazuya Takao
  • Producer
    Megumi Suzuki
    Shinichi Nakamura
    Shigeru Saitō
    Yoshifumi Yarimizu
    Nagaharu Ohashi
Production
  • Production
    Pony Canyon
    Bandai Namco Arts
    Kyoto Animation
    Rakuonsha
  • Animation Production
    Kyoto Animation