[Japanet Broadcasting Co., Ltd.] [Star Channel] Historical mystery drama “Mary & George: The King’s Assassins” dubbed version 1 special preview & talk event with gorgeous guests! “Eccentric and stimulating works that allow you to experience the extraordinary” (Toshiki Masuda)
Japanet Broadcasting Co., Ltd. Press release: September 30, 2024 [Star Channel] Special preview of the first episode of the historical mystery drama “Mary & George: The King’s Assassins” dubbed version and talk event with luxurious guests! “An eccentric and stimulating work that allows you to experience the extraordinary” (Toshiki Masuda) With that face, he can rule the world – for his mother’s ambition, the son seduces the king! A historical mystery depicting the rise and fall of the first Duke of Buckingham, who was called “Britain’s most beautiful man” in the early 17th century!
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/8010/931/8010-931-3689c6e5407e0569164ba01f20d32e40-3000×2001.jpg *Event report below (titles omitted) While the excitement after the screening of the film had not yet cooled down, voice actor Toshiki Masuda and film writer Masamichi Yoshihiro took to the stage to warm applause from the many fans who had been waiting for the film to be distributed and broadcast in Japan. First, when asked about his impressions after watching this work, Yoshihiro answered “Currently, up to 2 episodes are available, so please watch the 2nd episode as soon as you get home.The 2nd episode and beyond are also very erotic (lol)” I recommend watching the sequel soon. Masuda was in charge of dubbing the role of George Villiers, the main character played by Nicholas Galitzine. “A really exciting work throughout” He praised “The work depicts people who are caught up in and at the mercy of people, culture, and the world, and the viewer is also at the mercy of it.I think it’s an interesting work that allows you to experience something out of the ordinary.” He talked about the appeal of this work. September 29th marks Nicholas Galitzine’s 30th birthday. Yoshihiro talked about the charm of Nicholas, who has had hit films such as “Red, White and Royal Blue” and “Idea of You ~Until Adult Love Comes True”. “It’s beautiful no matter what you say.
Overwhelming” She highly praised her beauty. Regarding the charm of Nicholas in this work, “George, played by Nicholas, gradually changes. I want you to see the changes.” He said that not only his looks but also his high acting skills are attracting attention. And Masuda is “I thought he was a man who had a masculine impression, but also had an androgynous charm. His looks also showed that he had a sense of delicacy within his strength, and that’s what George I felt that it brought about a good synergy in playing the role.” and praised Nicholas’ delicate acting. Also, when asked about the difference between voicing anime characters and dubbing, “It’s quite difficult to compare…” While worrying “I think the main thing I feel is the use of time.For example, in TV anime, you have to cram a huge amount of information into 30 minutes.The speed of conversation drama is very fast.However, in a dubbed work, I get the impression that the works are long, over 3 hours long, and they use plenty of time to depict them, including inserts.I think that’s the difference.” He explained carefully.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/8010/931/8010-931-2b5c81b1a1cf9aa7d48daff7461a1554-1620×1080.jpg (C) Sky Studios Limited 2024. We also asked Hiroki Sato, director of the dubbed version, about the reason for casting Masuda. “I could sense these two elements in Ms. Masuda’s voice: her beauty that would have caught the attention of the king at the time, and her ambition to rival that of her mother, who was the embodiment of a desire for career advancement. Because I felt something like a longing for love somewhere in Mr. Masuda.” A passionate comment arrived. Masuda heard this and “I think it’s extremely accurate.As I myself work as an actor and voice actor, I always have doubts about simply responding to what is required of me.I always think about what only I can do. So, in a sense, I think it’s similar to a desire for advancement or a sense of self-confidence toward others.I’ve always felt that I seek love from others, so I can see through that. That’s accurate, but also embarrassing (lol)” While convinced, “I’m glad because I don’t often get the chance to hear the reasons for casting from directors” He said with a smile even though he was a little embarrassed. Director Sato also spoke about Masuda’s performance in portraying George’s turbulent life from the age of 20 to 36. “He carefully grasped the accumulation of time, which can be called the annual ring, and acted.In my mind, Mr. Masuda is an “actor” before he is a “popular voice actor”, and I can see to what extent he can bring out his potential and charm. That is my great pleasure.” Masuda heard the comment, “I have worked with Mr. Sato on a variety of projects, and this time too, he cast me in a very spot-on manner that suited my career and age.I honestly found the parts that made sense to me. I try to take on challenges in my work.” He expressed his passionate feelings.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/8010/931/8010-931-b96321cb8c0257a980b1be5d6cecfc63-1801×2700.jpg About the appeal of the dubbed version, Yoshihiro “There is a charm unique to Japan that creates an image of the cast with the voices of the dubbed version.I think the great thing about Japanese dubbing is that there is nothing out of place.” He enthusiastically spoke about the high level of Japanese dubbing. Masuda too “I think the fact that I have never felt uncomfortable with the dubbed works I casually watched on terrestrial TV when I was a child is a sign of the gratitude that we have cultivated over such a long history.” He expressed his gratitude for the techniques that have been passed down. Next, there was a talk about the content of the work. In this work, intimacy coordinator (a staff member who is present when filming sexual depictions, coordinates the intentions of the performers and the production team, and provides support to ensure effective production while protecting the dignity of the performers) ), the bold sexual depictions in which James I took part became a hot topic, but when filming the life of James I, who is said to have had many mistresses, the actors and the intimacy coordinator carefully discussed the filming of sexual scenes. It is said that it was repeated. Robbie Taylor-Hunt, who served as the intimacy coordinator for this film, was also in charge of the film “Red, White and Royal Blue,” in which Nicholas appears. Nicholas revealed that it was his second time working together, and he felt like he was on a big boat. Yoshihiro talks about intimacy coordinators who are attracting attention in Japan. “What a coordinator does is choreography. I work as a choreographer who thinks about angles and movements that look realistic and sensual.My role is to coordinate distances that don’t make the actors feel uncomfortable. It’s a job that will become more and more necessary from now on.” explained. MC Tatsuta is “I heard that there are only two people in Japan at the moment, but I hear that the Japanese film industry is also working towards training them” I answered. Masuda, who is also active as an actor, is “I think these positions were created to eliminate uncertainty for the safety and security of all staff members.In the dubbing, I tried not to make the presence of the coordinator felt. I think the choreography was reflected in a natural way, just like performing a play.” and discussed the importance of intimacy coordinators.
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enthusiastically spoke about the high level of perfection of the work. After the talk event, a rock-paper-scissors tournament will be held where you can win posters with Masuda’s autograph. They enjoyed interacting with fans and celebrated Nicholas’ birthday with everyone at the photo session. The event ended with excitement befitting a birthday celebration.
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https://www.star-ch.jp/drama/maryandgeorge/1/ ≪Story≫ England in the early 17th century. Mary Villiers (Julianne Moore), a middle-class aristocrat, has ambitions for her family’s prosperity and hatches a plan to make her handsome second son George (Nicholas Galitzine) a close ally of King James I (Tony Curran). Set in a court full of intrigue, Mary’s skillful skill earns George the favor of the king, and the Villiers family rises to become the most influential family…
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/8010/931/8010-931-03d1e2ff05556fa71dca553fd33c31a1-1920×1080.jpg (C) Sky Studios Limited 2024. [Planning/Screenplay] D. C. Moore (“Killing Eve”) [Director] Oliver Hermanus (“LIVING”), Florian Cossen (“Empress Elisabeth”) [Cast] Julianne Moore (“Stay Alice”) Voiced by: Yurika Hino Nicholas Galitzine (“Red, White and Royal Blue”) Voiced by: Toshiki Masuda Tony Curran (“Outlaw King ~Scottish Hero~”) Voice: Atsushi Miyauchi Nicola Walker (“Buried Murderous Intent”) Voice: Yukari Nozawa Niaf Algar (“Cash Truck”) Voice: Momoko Taneichi Trine Dillhom (“Sin and Queen”) Voice: Jinko Chikauchi Laurie Davidson (“Good Liar”) Voice: Yusuke Hoshino and others [Star Channel] Star Channel is a BS broadcasting service where you can enjoy carefully selected movies and foreign dramas from all over the world. In addition to Hollywood blockbusters and classic movies, exclusive works such as unearthed movies and dramas that will be released for the first time in Japan and can only be seen on Star Channel, as well as valuable Japanese dubbed versions that are not included in the software, and extremely rare works that cannot be seen anywhere else. Also lineup! https://www.star-ch.jp [Star Channel EX -DRAMA & CLASSICS-] Star Channel’s distribution service where you can watch the latest notable foreign dramas and exclusive movies that Star Channel broadcasts exclusively and fastest in Japan on the Amazon Prime Video channel. https://www.amazon.co.jp/channels/starch *Amazon and Amazon Prime Video are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
