Three "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" Films Return to Theaters in July
Puella Magi Madoka Magica series' three films – the two 2012 compilation films and the 2013 release Rebellion – will return to theaters starting July 10. According to an announcement by the Japan-based news site Natalie, the screenings are planned in order as [Part 1: Beginnings], [Part 2: Eternal], and [The Rebellion Story]. This event is a great opportunity both for those discovering the series for the first time and for those wanting to dive back into the dark universe of magical girls.
Madoka Magica made a huge impact with its original anime series released in 2011. Produced by Studio Shaft, directed by Akiyuki Shinbo and written by Gen Urobuchi, the series is known for transforming the seemingly innocent magical girl genre into a psychological horror. The series was adapted into two compilation films in 2012, followed in 2013 by Rebellion, which presented an entirely new story. The film, especially with its ending, divided fans and sparked intense discussions about Homura Akemi's character development.
The revival screenings will start on July 10 with Beginnings, followed by Eternal on July 17 and The Rebellion Story on July 24. Taking place at select theaters in Japan, this event can also be seen as a kind of warm-up before the series' yet-to-be-announced fourth film project. In recent years, it has been stated that a new film titled Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica: Walpurgis no Kaiten is in production.
These revival screenings are a rare chance, especially for new-generation anime viewers to experience the series in cinematic quality. At the same time, old fans will have the opportunity to once again enjoy Rebellion's impressive visuals and the unforgettable music by Yuki Kajiura on the big screen. Although there is no information yet about international screenings, considering similar events have been held in other countries in the past, it may reach a wider audience in the coming days. All eyes are now on when the fourth film will be released.
