The Case of Hana & Alice

The Case of Hana & Alice is a manga adaptation of Shunji Iwai's acclaimed animated film of the same name. Serving as an official prequel to the 2004 live-action feature Hana & Alice, this illustrated work expands upon the original cinematic universe by exploring the formative events that precede the beloved story. Through its faithful adaptation of Iwai's animated vision, the manga offers readers a deeper understanding of the narrative foundation established in the earlier film. It translates the distinct atmosphere and emotional resonance of the anime into a compelling sequential art format, preserving the creative intent of the original director while introducing the story to a new medium.