The Boy and the Heron
The Boy and the Heron (2023) is an animation drama, directed by Hayao Miyazaki. It stars Soma Santoki and Masaki Suda. It unfolds against the backdrop of World War II. The 124-minute film holds an audience score of 7.4/10.
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What The Boy and the Heron Is About
Hayao Miyazaki's 2023 animation follows Mahito, who loses his mother during the war. At a house in the country a talking heron calls to him. An old tower opens onto another world. The film keeps explanation to a minimum; the narrative makes grief and inheritance its real subject and leaves its images unexplained. It is a Ghibli production, drawn by hand. It won the Academy Award for animated feature. It opened in Japan with no marketing. Who it's for: those who like Miyazaki's work and open-ended narrative. Who it's not for: viewers expecting a clear story; the film withholds it on purpose.
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What is The Boy and the Heron about?
Hayao Miyazaki's 2023 animation follows Mahito, who loses his mother during the war. At a house in the country a talking heron calls to him.
Where can I watch The Boy and the Heron?
The Boy and the Heron is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is The Boy and the Heron?
The Boy and the Heron runs for 124 minutes (2h 4m).
When did The Boy and the Heron come out?
The Boy and the Heron was released in 2023.
Who directed The Boy and the Heron?
The Boy and the Heron was directed by Hayao Miyazaki.
Who stars in The Boy and the Heron?
The Boy and the Heron stars Soma Santoki, Masaki Suda, Ko Shibasaki, Aimyon.
What is The Boy and the Heron's rating?
The Boy and the Heron holds 7.3/10 on IMDb and 7.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 74 out of 100.
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