An alternative Christmas classic from the genius of Japanese animation, Satoshi Kon ('Perfect Blue', 'Paprika'). A touching and funny fairytale about the miracles that happen on the streets of snowy Tokyo.
About the film:
• Director: Satoshi Kon
• Voice Cast: Tōru Emori, Aya Okamoto, Yoshiaki Umegaki
• Duration: 92 minutes
• Genre: Anime / Tragicomedy / Adventure
Plot:
On Christmas Eve, three homeless people — Gin, a former cyclist; Hana, a trans woman; and Miyuki, a runaway teen — discover an abandoned baby in a rubbish dump. Instead of handing the child over to the police, this motley crew decides to track down the parents themselves, plunging into a whirlwind of incredible coincidences and adventures that will force them to confront their own pasts.
Why you should watch:
• One of the most heartwarming and unconventional festive films that restores faith in humanity.
• Satoshi Kon’s unique visual style, blending gritty realism with the magic of animation.
• A story proving that family isn't always about blood relations, but about those willing to walk through fire for you.
• A rare opportunity to experience this masterpiece on the big screen.
Screening language: Japanese with English subtitles
Age rating: 16+