Hotarubi no Mori e (2011) movie poster

Hotarubi no Mori e

2011 · 45 min · Director: Takahiro Omori

Hotarubi no Mori e (2011) is a romance, directed by Takahiro Omori. It stars Izumi Sawada and Hayato Taya. The 45-minute film holds an audience score of 8.3/10.

Cast
Izumi Sawada Izumi Sawada Hayato Taya Hayato Taya Ayane Sakura Ayane Sakura Koki Uchiyama Koki Uchiyama Shinpachi Tsuji Shinpachi Tsuji Kanehira Yamamoto Kanehira Yamamoto

What Hotarubi no Mori e Is About

Takahiro Omori's 2011 animation follows a small girl lost in a forest. A spirit shows her the way. If she touches him he will vanish. The film sets that rule at the very start; the narrative builds a closeness spanning years on that single prohibition. It runs under forty minutes. It is adapted from a comic. The summer festival scenes sit at its centre. Who it's for: those who like short, emotional animation. Who it's not for: viewers expecting a happy ending; the close is sad.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hotarubi no Mori e about?

Takahiro Omori's 2011 animation follows a small girl lost in a forest. A spirit shows her the way.

Where can I watch Hotarubi no Mori e?

Hotarubi no Mori e isn't currently listed on major digital platforms. Availability can change over time. Check the "Where to Watch" section for the latest.

How long is Hotarubi no Mori e?

Hotarubi no Mori e runs for 45 minutes (45m).

When did Hotarubi no Mori e come out?

Hotarubi no Mori e was released in 2011.

Who directed Hotarubi no Mori e?

Hotarubi no Mori e was directed by Takahiro Omori.

Who stars in Hotarubi no Mori e?

Hotarubi no Mori e stars Izumi Sawada, Hayato Taya, Ayane Sakura, Koki Uchiyama.

What is Hotarubi no Mori e's rating?

Hotarubi no Mori e holds 7.8/10 on IMDb and 8.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 77 out of 100.

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