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Wolf Children
おおかみこどもの雨と雪
2012 117 min Japan PG 12+
★8.4
Animation, Family, Drama, Fantasy
Director: Mamoru Hosoda
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Description
After her werewolf lover unexpectedly dies in an accident, a woman must find a way to raise the son and daughter that she had with him. However, their inheritance of their father's traits prove to be a challenge for her.
US Gross:
$258,252
Worldwide:
$55.26M
Starring
Aoi Miyazaki
Actor
Takao Osawa
Actor
Haru Kuroki
Actor
Awards
19 wins & 6 nominations total
Key opinion
A deeply moving and visually stunning animation that explores the complexities of motherhood and the tension between nature and nurture. Through the story of Hana raising her half-wolf children, the film offers a profound meditation on identity and freedom.
| Cinematography | The animation is celebrated for its stunning, detailed, and immersive visual quality. | |
| Emotion | The story delivers a deeply moving and emotionally resonant experience. | |
| Theme | The film explores profound themes of maternal sacrifice and the conflict between nature and nurture. | |
| Score | Masakatsu Takagi’s score is described as tender, powerful, and perfectly fitting. | |
| Pacing | While some viewers find the narrative tightly paced, others feel the story loses momentum due to a slow tempo. |