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The Boy and the Heron (2023)
The Boy and the Heron (2023): Watch Online in English, Japanese
| Movie | The Boy and the Heron |
| Real Name | 君たちはどう生きるか |
| Rating | 7.4 |
| Aired | 2023-07-14 |
| Duration | 124 Min |
| Languages | English & Japanese |
| Quality | N/a |
| Subtitle | Esub |
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Sources
Countries
Japan
Genres
AnimationAdventureFantasyAnime MoviesAnime Movies English DubAnime Movies English SubHollywood MoviesEnglish MoviesDual AudioJapanese Movies
Companies
Studio Ghibli
Stars
Soma Santoki, Masaki Suda, Ko Shibasaki, Yoshino Kimura, Takuya Kimura, Keiko Takeshita
Directors
Hayao Miyazaki
Writers
Hayao Miyazaki, Hayao Miyazaki
Taglines
Where death comes to an end, life finds a new beginning.
Tags
Based on novel or bookLoss of loved oneWorld war iiEducationComing of ageSpiritualityPovertyTeenage boyTroubled childhoodSemi autobiographicalMoving to a cityAnimeThoughtfulHand drawn animationSeriousMagic worldCourageBoldPowerful
Description
While the Second World War rages, the teenage Mahito, haunted by his mother's tragic death, is relocated from Tokyo to the serene rural home of his new stepmother Natsuko, a woman who bears a striking resemblance to the boy's mother. As he tries to adjust, this strange new world grows even stranger following the appearance of a persistent gray heron, who perplexes and bedevils Mahito, dubbing him the "long-awaited one."
Review
Author: msbreviews
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THE BOY AND THE HERON is a visually captivating film that struggles to balance all of its storylines and themes. Technically, no faults. The visuals are nothing short of breathtaking, with each shot meticulously detailed and rich in storytelling. The animation is a true work of art, drawing viewers into a world of wonder and magic. The sound design and score complement the visuals beautifully, enhancing the overall viewing experience. And finally, the film retains the typical Ghibli humor that fans have come to love, sprinkling lighthearted moments throughout the narrative.
However, Hayao Miyazaki succumbs to his ambition. The filmmaker tries to incorporate too many ideas, resulting in a somewhat confusing, messy narrative, particularly in the transitions between different characters, locations, and story arcs. THE BOY AND THE HERON stumbles in its attempt to juggle multiple ideas, but overall, it still manages to deliver a delightful, enchanting experience for fans of the studio's work.
Rating: B-