films seen
1
average score
3.00*
nationality
status
Alive and kicking
Movies
A biography about Akatsuka Fujio, pioneer of the gag manga. The film is in line with Fujio's style and vibe, so don't go in expecting a very solemn or factual biography. That Is the Way is a more typical Japanese comedy that just happens to detail one of the more colorful classical mangakas. This is a film that no doubt benefits from knowing Fujio's work (which I do not), but the style of the film makes it abundantly clear what type of manga he drew. Asano and Horikita deliver solid performances and there are some fun, memorable scenes, but it's a bit too basic to really stand out from the crowd. Read all