Wolf Children
Written by Mamoru Hosoda and Satoko Okudera
Directed by Mamoru Hosoda
Japan, 2012
Breakthrough success for The Girl Who Leapt Through Time and Summer Wars outside of Japan has seen director Mamoru Hosoda labelled “the next Miyazaki” in certain circles, in regards to being an anime filmmaker of increasing international reach and appeal. Perhaps befittingly, his new film Wolf Children has some similarities in feel with highlights of Studio Ghibli’s output. It combines a high-concept, fantastical premise – like, say, Miyazaki having a literal flying pig as a protagonist in Porco Rosso – with a tender exploration of human growth as found in Ghibli’s more low-key dramas like Only Yesterday and the wonderful Whisper of the Heart.
Opening with narration from Yuki, one of the eponymous children, the film flashes back to her future mother Hana as a university student, where she becomes drawn to a mysterious man on campus,...
Written by Mamoru Hosoda and Satoko Okudera
Directed by Mamoru Hosoda
Japan, 2012
Breakthrough success for The Girl Who Leapt Through Time and Summer Wars outside of Japan has seen director Mamoru Hosoda labelled “the next Miyazaki” in certain circles, in regards to being an anime filmmaker of increasing international reach and appeal. Perhaps befittingly, his new film Wolf Children has some similarities in feel with highlights of Studio Ghibli’s output. It combines a high-concept, fantastical premise – like, say, Miyazaki having a literal flying pig as a protagonist in Porco Rosso – with a tender exploration of human growth as found in Ghibli’s more low-key dramas like Only Yesterday and the wonderful Whisper of the Heart.
Opening with narration from Yuki, one of the eponymous children, the film flashes back to her future mother Hana as a university student, where she becomes drawn to a mysterious man on campus,...
- 10/14/2012
- by Josh Slater-Williams
- SoundOnSight
When it comes to Venice Film Festival, Japanese director Takeshi Kitano is definitely not a stranger. I’m sure you all remember his Hana Bi from 1997 (for which he recevied the Golden Lion), or 2003 Zatoichi project (Silver Lion statue).
Well, guess what, Kitano is now back In Competition with his completely new project, titled Outrage Beyond. And, in case this sounds like it has something to do with Kitano’s Outrage movie from last year’s Cannes film festival – relax, you’re not tripping – it’s just a sequel to the original story…
So, this time we have the Sanno crime family all grown into a huge organization, expanding its power into politics and legitimate big business. The Sanno’s upper ranks are now dominated by young executives, and the old-guard members are penting up resentment while being pushed to the sidelines.
This vulnerable spot in the Sanno hierarchy is...
Well, guess what, Kitano is now back In Competition with his completely new project, titled Outrage Beyond. And, in case this sounds like it has something to do with Kitano’s Outrage movie from last year’s Cannes film festival – relax, you’re not tripping – it’s just a sequel to the original story…
So, this time we have the Sanno crime family all grown into a huge organization, expanding its power into politics and legitimate big business. The Sanno’s upper ranks are now dominated by young executives, and the old-guard members are penting up resentment while being pushed to the sidelines.
This vulnerable spot in the Sanno hierarchy is...
- 8/23/2012
- by Fiona
- Filmofilia
Ntv has posted a second trailer for Mamoru Hosoda’s Wolf Children (Okami Kodomo no Ame to Yuki) on their YouTube channel.
The story revolves around a woman named Hana who falls in love with a “wolf man”. They get married and Hana eventually gives birth to two babies each named for the weather when they were born—a girl named Yuki (snow) and a boy named Ame (rain). The children inherit both human and wolf characteristics from their parents.
The family lives a happy, quiet life in a secluded area of the city. However, when her husband dies, Hana decides it would be best for Yuki and Ame if they move away from the city to the countryside.
Along with the new trailer comes the news that Hana is voiced by Aoi Miyazaki and the wolf man is voiced by Takao Osawa.
“Wolf Children” will be released by Toho...
The story revolves around a woman named Hana who falls in love with a “wolf man”. They get married and Hana eventually gives birth to two babies each named for the weather when they were born—a girl named Yuki (snow) and a boy named Ame (rain). The children inherit both human and wolf characteristics from their parents.
The family lives a happy, quiet life in a secluded area of the city. However, when her husband dies, Hana decides it would be best for Yuki and Ame if they move away from the city to the countryside.
Along with the new trailer comes the news that Hana is voiced by Aoi Miyazaki and the wolf man is voiced by Takao Osawa.
“Wolf Children” will be released by Toho...
- 4/5/2012
- Nippon Cinema
A host of both Asian and Spanish-language films have been announced as part of the Toronto International Film Festival 08 lineup and they are scattered over all different parts of the program. Anime fans will be glad to hear Mamoru Oshii's The Sky Crawlers will be having it's North American premier in the Visions section. Plastic City, the joint Brazilian/China effort about the mafia and salvation will also be getting it's North American prem. One of the most interesting sounding film's on the list is Albert Serra's Birdsong (El Cant dels ocells) which is a reinterpretation of the biblical journey of the three wisemen and their search for the Messiah. It's shot with only natural lighting. Check out the whole list following!ww
Asian lineup
Kanchivaram Priyadarshan, India
World Premiere
Vengadam is a born optimist and weaver of saris, but his lowly status means he can never afford the fashions he creates.
Asian lineup
Kanchivaram Priyadarshan, India
World Premiere
Vengadam is a born optimist and weaver of saris, but his lowly status means he can never afford the fashions he creates.
- 8/7/2008
- QuietEarth.us
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