US Premiere of LUPIN THE 3RD: ITALIAN GAME at AX 2017

Source: Anime Expo press release, TMS The US premiere of the special LUPIN THE 3RD: ITALIAN GAME (ルパン三世 イタリアン・ゲーム, Rupan Sansei Itarian Geimu, 2016) is coming to Anime Expo 2017, July 3rd (Day 3), 2:00PM-4:00PM at the JW Marriott Diamond Ballroom/ Room Video 2. There will be a giveaway at the screening of free exclusive T-shirts, specially designed by character designer Hisao Yokobori. Synopsis Theres message from Lupin the Third, but this time, hes not announcing a heist. Instead, its an invitation to his wedding with the young and famous tabloid queen, Rebecca of the wealthy Rosselini conglomerate. Lupins true motive behind his nuptials is to steal the Libertas crown, also known as San Marinos national treasure. The crown is only brought out during their marriage ceremony. But as Lupin attempts to steal the crown, his arch-nemesis Inspector Zenigata is ready to pounce, having been tipped off on Lupins attempted heist. But who tipped him off, and why? Meanwhile in Rome, a skilled spy from the English secret service, MI-6 finally manages to corner Lupin. During these proceedings, its revealed that MI-6 has been secretly investigating something known as the Dream of Italy, which is somehow related to a tragic hidden love affair from Rebeccas past. The story that began in San Marino expand all over Italy as Lupin pursues love and freedom in this exciting new adventure.

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