TEZUKA Osamu
Revered as the "God of Manga," Tezuka Osamu had a profound influence on the expressive styles of postwar Japanese manga and animation. In 1961, he founded the precursor to Mushi Productions and ventured into animation production, spearheading the creation of Japan′s first TV animated series in 1963. He later established Tezuka Productions to continue his work across manga and animation, actively participating in the planning, production, and direction of both commercial and experimental animated works. His notable masterworks include Astro Boy, Black Jack, and Jungle Emperor Leo.
From Busan International Film Festival 2026, No. 31
