Overview
17 year-old Sayako Amanokawa aspires to become a journalist, just like Kanemoto, an elite newspaper writer she looks up to. But Kanemoto, shamed from an erroneous report about a corruption scandal, jumps in front of a train and commits suicide. Since that incident, Sayako suddenly becomes able to see spirits and almost loses her life. However, from that near-fatal incident she experiences something extraordinary. The journalist inside her stirred, she embarks to find out about the truth. But the forces that stand in her way turn out to be much formidable than she ever imagined. [from AnimeNewsNetwork]
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Rebirth of Buddha?
The Rebirth of Buddha was directed by Takaaki Ishiyama.
Where was The Rebirth of Buddha produced?
It was produced by companies including Toei Animation, IRH Press, Group TAC in Japan.
The Rebirth of Buddha Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Rebirth of Buddha wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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