Daft Punk's 'Interstella 5555' Returns to Theaters in 4K for One Night
The iconic anime will be screened globally on December 12, with a controversial AI-assisted remaster.
- Interstella 5555, a visual companion to Daft Punk's album Discovery, will be shown in over 800 cinemas across 40 countries.
- The film originally released in 2003, is a collaboration between Daft Punk, Leiji Matsumoto, and Toei Animation.
- The remaster has sparked backlash due to the use of AI for upscaling, potentially altering Matsumoto's detailed visuals.
- Fans can purchase tickets starting November 13, with accompanying Daft Punk music videos also featured in the event.
- To celebrate, limited edition merchandise and a special Discovery album will be available, featuring original Japanese artwork.