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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.
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