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Grave of the Fireflies (Japanese: 火垂るの墓, Hepburn: Hotaru no Haka) is a 1988 Japanese animated war drama film written and directed by Isao Takahata, and produced by Studio Ghibli. It is based on the 1967 semi-autobiographical short story Grave of the Fireflies by Akiyuki Nosaka.
Hotaru no Haka, also known as Grave of the Fireflies, is the story of Seita and his sister Setsuko, two Japanese children whose lives are ravaged by the brutal war. They have lost their mother, their father, their home, and the prospect of a bright future—all tragic consequences of the war.
A critically acclaimed anti-war film by Studio Ghibli, Grave of the Fireflies follows a brother and sister struggling to survive in post-war Japan. Read critics' reviews, ratings, and cast and crew information on Rotten Tomatoes.
A powerful and tragic anime film about two siblings struggling to survive in Japan during World War II. The plot summary provides a detailed overview of the story, the characters, and the themes of the movie.
Dec 31, 2023 · Learn how a semi-autobiographical book by Akiyuki Nosaka inspired Isao Takahata's animated adaptation of the devastating consequences of war for two siblings. Discover how the film uses animation to create powerful visual metaphors and symbolism, and why it is one of the saddest movies ever made.
Grave of the Fireflies (火垂るの墓, Hotaru no Haka) is a feature-length animated film written and directed by Isao Takahata, produced by Studio Ghibli in association with Shinchosha Publishing and distributed by Toho.
A powerful and profound animated film about two children orphaned by World War II bombs in Japan. Roger Ebert praises its neorealist style, its visual poetry and its emotional impact.
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