During a special feature during the 33rd Tokyo International Film Festival, it was decided that films from the 1975 series Himitsu Sentai Gorenger along with other Super Sentai series would air. The airing will place a special focus on the Super Sentai series, a Japanese tokusatsu franchise with fans across the world. Guests related to the franchise will also make an appearance on stage.
Himitsu Sentai Gorenger celebrated its 45th anniversary this year. Naoya Makoto, who portrayed Tsuyoshi Kaijo/Akarenger will be on stage for the pre-screening greeting.
Rio Komiya, who portrays Juru Atsuta/Kiramai Red from the current Super Sentai show Mashin Sentai Kiramager, will also appear.
An online talk will also be held on November 3 for Mahou Sentai Magiranger, which celebrated its 15th anniversary this year. Atsushi Hashimoto (Kai Ozu/MagiRed), Ayumi Beppy (Houka Ozu/MagiPink), Yuki Ito (Makito Ozu/MagiGreen), and Yousuke Ichikawa (Hikaru/MagiShine) will reunite virtually.
Films from Mahou Sentai Magiranger to be aired are: Mahou Sentai Magiranger the Movie: Bride of Infershia and Mahou Sentai Magiranger vs. Dekaranger.
More guests from the franchise may appear.
The schedule of events is currently listed:
Films: Himitsu Sentai Gorenger: The Red Death Match, Himitsu Sentai Gorenger: The Bomb Hurricane, and J.A.K.Q. Dengekitai the Movie
Pre-screening speaker: Naoya Makoto
Event takes place on November 2, tickets available from October 24.
Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger VS Lupinranger VS Patranger the Movie/Mashin Sentai Kiramager: Episode ZERO
Pre-screening speaker: Rio Komiya
Event takes place on November 5, tickets available from October 24.
The 33rd Tokyo International Film Festival is scheduled to take place for ten days from Saturday, October 31 to Monday, November 9.
Official Website 33rd Tokyo International Film Festival (English)
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