Faker, IVE, and NCT Confirm Animation Adaptation of the Novel 'The Guardian of the Green Tree'

Keigo Higashino's mega-hit novel 〈The Guardian of the Green Tree〉, which has surpassed 1 million copies in global circulation, is being reborn as an animated film. Notably, this work has gained significant attention among fans as it is known to be a favorite book of top domestic celebrities, coinciding with the announcement of its release.

"From Faker to An Yujin... A Healing Must-Read Chosen by Celebrities"

〈The Guardian of the Green Tree〉 caught attention with its glamorous lineup of readers since its publication. The legend of esports Faker (Lee Sang-hyuk) mentioned the work on his social media with a short and powerful phrase, "Touching..." while IVE's An Yujin introduced it as a beloved book she recommended to her members on a broadcast. Additionally, NCT's Yuta also recommended this book to fans as a 'healing novel', establishing it as a must-read among fans early on.

The strong recommendations from celebrities spanning generations prove the universal emotion and warm message the work possesses, further amplifying expectations for this animated film adaptation.

Combining Mystery and Fantasy... The Mystique of the Green Tree Realized in Animation

The film 〈The Guardian of the Green Tree〉 is a mystery fantasy that tells the story of a miraculous green tree that grants wishes and the guardian who protects it while confronting the secrets of visitors. This is the first time a Keigo Higashino novel is being adapted into animation, which has particularly heightened the interest of original fans.

The work is set to depict the mysterious green tree that grants wishes and the fantasy imagination based on the emotional narrative of the original, with delicate animation. How the overwhelming visuals of the green tree, which only existed in imagination within the novel, and the dreamlike atmosphere created by nighttime visitors will unfold on screen is a key point of interest.

Having proven its solid storyline by surpassing 100,000 copies within four weeks of domestic publication, 〈The Guardian of the Green Tree〉 is expected to bring a warm breeze of emotion to theaters in March, combining the unique visual direction of animation.