DEATH NOTE: LIGHT UP THE NEW WORLD Continues Box Office Success After 10 Years

10 years after the last DEATH NOTE film, sequel DEATH NOTE LIGHT UP THE NEW WORLD continues the series’ success at the box office, grossing over S$530,000 in just 6 days. The film currently ranks second at the local box office after DOCTOR STRANGE, winning titles like TROLLS, OUIJA: ORIGIN OF EVIL and YOUR NAME, which was a big hit in Japan. In Japan, the film achieved over ¥458,645,800 (S$5,947,450) during its opening weekend, and took over the top spot at the box office. The sequel’s success also proves its longstanding popularity amongst fans and audiences everywhere.

The DEATH NOTE film series- DEATH NOTE 1, DEATH NOTE 2: THE LAST NAME and spin-off L CHANGE THE WORLD - has been the box office record holder for Japanese films in Singapore for the past 10 years, grossing over S$4.4 million combined. Said Managing Director of Encore Films, Joyce Lee: “The DEATH NOTE series means a lot to us, and we’re very proud that the sequel is still as outstanding as ever after 10 years. We’re confident that DEATH NOTE LIGHT UP THE NEW WORLD will able to cross the S$1 million mark here. A big thank you to everyone for supporting the film and for loving DEATH NOTE as much as we do.”

The Death Note story has captivated audiences worldwide with its sensational story setting that involves a supernatural notebook ‘Death Note’ that kills anyone whose name is written in it. It has since been adapted into various forms including an anime and live action television series, a stage musical, games, and, most recently, an upcoming Hollywood remake. After 10 years, members from the original production team reunited for the grand mission of creating yet another memorable chapter for the series. 10 years has passed since the Death Note murders and the final confrontation between Kira and L. Again, the Shinigami sends Death Notes to the ground, and the world soon falls into chaos. A ripple of mass murders caused by the Death Notes occur in the United States, Japan and other countries around the world. Mishima (Masahiro Higashide), a member of the Death Note special task force, takes up the case with 6 other investigators. Famous private detective Ryuzaki (Sousuke Ikematsu), who is the rightful successor of L, joins in the investigation. They discover that 6 Death Notes currently exist in the world. While they are investigating the case, cyber terrorist Yuki Shien (Masaki Suda) sends a computer virus throughout the world’s systems. The virus carries a video of Kira that says to surrender all 6 Death Notes...

DEATH NOTE LIGHT UP THE NEW WORLD is now showing in cinemas. It is co-distributed by Encore Films and Golden Village Pictures in Singapore.

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RE-LIVE DEATH NOTE OR BE THE FIRST TO CATCH DEATH NOTE: LIGHT UP THE WORLD

The DEATH NOTE film series - DEATH NOTE 1, DEATH NOTE 2: THE LAST NAME and spin-off L CHANGE THE WORLD - has been the box office record holder for Japanese films in Singapore for the past 10 years, grossing over S$5.5 million combined. It remains the #1 Japanese blockbuster series in Singapore. After 10 years, members from the original production team reunite for the grand mission of creating yet another memorable chapter for the series: DEATH NOTE LIGHT UP THE NEW WORLD. The film opens 10 Nov 2016 in Singapore.

10 years has passed since the Death Note murders and the final confrontation between Kira and L. Again, the shinigami ('God of Death') sends Death Notes to the ground, and the world soon falls into chaos. A ripple of mass murders caused by the Death Notes occur in the United States, Japan and other countries around the world. Mishima (Masahiro Higashide), a member of the Death Note special task force, takes up the case with 6 other investigators. Famous private detective Ryuzaki (Sousuke Ikematsu), who is the rightful successor of L, joins in the investigation. They discover that 6 Death Notes currently exist in the world. While they are investigating the case, cyber terrorist Yuki Shien (Masaki Suda) sends a computer virus throughout the world's systems. The virus carries a video of Kira that says to surrender all 6 Death Notes... Who will be the first to secure all 6 Death Notes?

In addition, there will be two marathon screenings on 29 Oct and 5 Nov, specially for fans to relive the classic series. In the second marathon screening on 5 Nov, fans will be the first to catch the new sequel and they can also join in the fun at the cosplay party that day! Please find more info on the marathon screenings below.

Death Note 1 & 2 Marathon
Date: Saturday, 29 Oct 2016
Venue: GV Vivocity Hall 2
Time: 1.30pm - Death Note 4.15pm - Death Note 2: The Last Name *includes 20mins intermission
Price: $28.00 per ticket, inclusive of a limited edition Death Note folder.

L Change The World & Death Note Light Up The New World Marathon
Date: Saturday, 5 Nov 2016 Venue: GV Vivocity Hall 2
Time: 1.30pm - L Change The World 4.20pm - Death Note Light Up The New World *includes 20mins intermission
Price: $50.00 per ticket, inclusive of a limited edition Death Note Light Up The New World umbrella and poster and a L Change The World rubik cube. Fans can also join in the fun at the cosplay party from 3pm to 4pm.