Another Day of Life

'Another Day of Life' is an animated documentary film released in 2018 that tells the harrowing story of Ryszard Kapuściński, a Polish journalist who ventured into Angola during its brutal civil war in 1975. Through a combination of voice performances by Kerry Shale as Kapuściński and Akie Kotabe as Friedkin/The Student, the film captures the chaos, violence, and moral complexity of conflict reportage. Unlike conventional documentaries, this film uses a unique animation style that blends graphic novel elements to bring Kapuściński’s memoir to life, offering a deeply immersive and emotional experience.

Trivia and Behind-the-Scenes Facts:
1. The film is a multinational co-production involving Poland, Spain, Belgium, Germany, and Hungary, highlighting its truly international collaboration.
2. Director Raúl de la Fuente and Damian Nenow utilized multiple animation techniques, combining traditional 2D animation with 3D elements, to unpack the visceral and often surreal experience of war.
3. Akie Kotabe, who voices Friedkin and The Student, is known for his diverse roles in both live-action and animated projects, bringing a nuanced performance that contrasts with the gravitas of Kapuściński’s character voiced by Kerry Shale.

Full Cast of Another Day of Life

Crew of Another Day of Life