GKids Acquires North American Rights for Japanese Oscar Entry 'Kokuho'

GKids is bringing "Kokuho" to North America. The live-action feature, which debuted at Cannes and is set to make its North American debut at the Toronto International Film Festival later this month, will be Japan's official submission in the Best International Feature category at the 98th Academy Awards. GKids will release "Kokuho" in theaters early next year. This is the company's first contemporary live-action title. "Kokuho" was directed by Lee Sang-il and stars Ryo Yoshizawa, Ryusei Yokohama and Ken Watanabe. The film is produced by Aniplex Inc. in association with Myriagon . . .