Kids on the Slope (2012)★ 8.1/10
Sakamichi no Apollon
- Animation
- Drama
- Music
- Romance
Directed by: Shinichirou Watanabe, Kotomi Deai, Hisatoshi Shimizu, Minoru Yamaoka, Sayo Aoi
Written by: Yûko Kakihara, Ayako Katô, Yuki Kodama, Shinichirou Watanabe
Introverted pianist Kaoru meets delinquent Sentarou, whose love for jazz inspires him to embrace music, friendship, and new beginnings.
- Original title
- Sakamichi no Apollon
- Storyline
- Introverted pianist Kaoru Nishimi, used to moving and feeling alone, starts high school in Kyushu resigned to another lonely year. Everything changes when he meets delinquent Sentarou, whose passion for jazz inspires Kaoru to explore new music, make friends, and discover the joy of playing piano in after-school jazz sessions.
- Rating
- 8.1 / 10 · 3,916
- Companies
- Dentsu, Fuji Television Network (Fuji TV), Mappa, Sony Music Entertainment, Tezuka Productions, Toho, Noitamina, Sentai Filmworks
- Release dates
- JP April 12, 2012