A tale of the true tragedy of war and innocence lost.
In the aftermath of a World War II bombing, two orphaned children struggle to survive in the Japanese countryside. To Seita and his four-year-old sister, the helplessness and indifference of their countrymen is even more painful than the enemy raids. Through desperation, hunger and grief, these children's lives are as heartbreakingly fragile as their spirit and love is inspiring.
DVD Special Features
- Interviews with Director Isao Takahata and Author Akiyuki Nosaka
- Interview with Film Critic Roger Ebert
- Author Biography: Akiyuki Nosaka
- Director Biography: Isao Takahata
- Historical Perspective with Commentary
- Video Restoration Documentary
- Alternative Storyboard Angle for Entire Feature
- More Bonus Storyboards
- Art Gallery
- Orginal Japanese Theatrical Trailer and US Trailer
- DVD-ROM Content
- Anamorphic Widescreen Presentation
Audio tracks: English 2.0, Japanese 2.0
Languages: English, Japanese
Genre: Anime, Drama, War
Subtitles: English subtitles
Number of Discs: 2
Runtime: 88 mins, bonus disc 71min
Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL)