Atsushi Nishigori's New Original Anime Film 'GROTESQQQUE' Announces 35 Musicians
GROTESQQQUE, the highly anticipated original anime film directed by the renowned Atsushi Nishigori and produced by studio CloverWorks, is already drawing attention with its musical lineup. According to Japanese news site Natalie, the film's soundtrack will feature a total of 35 different artists. Among these names are well-known musicians such as Reol and Otoha (otoha-).
Nishigori has previously directed works such as The Idolmaster and Darling in the Franxx, and has made a name for himself with his character designs. CloverWorks, on the other hand, is a studio that has produced masterpieces like Spy x Family, Bocchi the Rock!, and The Promised Neverland. This collaboration has created high expectations among fans for the film's visual and narrative quality.
The film's title, GROTESQQQUE (pronounced grotesque), stands out with its unusual spelling. Although no official announcement has been made about its story yet, considering the psychological depth and visual splendor in Nishigori's previous works, the film is expected to have a dark and fantastical atmosphere. It is already a matter of curiosity how Reol's electronic and rock-infused music and Otoha's melancholic vocals will add color to this world.
Among the list of participants, there are rumors of composers such as Yuki Kajiura, who has previously made a name for herself in anime music. According to the official announcement, these 35 artists will contribute to both the theme song and the background music of the film. This represents an unusually broad musical collaboration for a modern anime film and signals that GROTESQQQUE will not be an ordinary production.
Although there is no clear information yet about the film's release date, fans believe it may premiere within 2025. The immense lineup of musicians announced shows how carefully Nishigori and the CloverWorks team are approaching the project. With trailers and visuals expected to be released in the coming months, GROTESQQQUE is poised to be one of the most remarkable anime films of 2025.
