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Browsing through Netflix reminded me of this Japanese animated film from 1988, and searching through this forum revealed no previous mention of it. It is about a 14-year-old boy and his 4-year-old sister who are orphaned when their mother dies in a firestorm during World War II. They struggle for survival, although the first scene reveals that there is not going to be a happy ending.I was lucky enough to see this on the big screen, and it was one of the most powerful experiences I've had from a film. It languishes safely deep in my Netflix queue, as I have some fear to see it a second time. It is among the very best of all war films, and with the wide exposure of DVD is finally becoming recognized as such. For people not familiar with Japan's tradition of animation, this will be an eye opener. Highest recommendation.
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After someone just yesterday tuned me into this film when I was thumbing through some titles at Suncoast Video. It was $29.99 so I didn't pick it up.Came here and did a search to see what I could find out about it since I may have to purchase it to see it. Blockbuster and Hollywood do not have it, at lease the store locations I tried.
One of the most wrenching films I've ever seen. There is, as far as I know, no animated film that even comes close to it in terms of emotional depth, power, and bravery.Miyazake is a genius, and this is one of his finest achievements.
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I'm glad to hear someone else's thoughts on this film. I hope others will give it a shot on DVD.One small correction. Grave of the Fireflies is actually not a Miyazaki film. It is by Isao Takahata. But I agree that Miyazaki is a genius, and both Takahata and Miyazaki are with Studio Ghibli.
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