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Grave of the Fireflies

Released PG-13 89 min 8.5/10 Votes: 316519

In the final months of World War II, 14-year-old Seita and his sister Setsuko are orphaned when their mother is killed during an air raid in Kobe, Japan. After a falling out with their aunt, they move into an abandoned bomb shelter. With no surviving relatives and their emergency rations depleted, Seita and Setsuko struggle to survive.

Type:

Movie

Socials:

Genre:

Animation, Drama, War

Subgenres:

Adult Animation, Anime, Hand-Drawn Animation

Release:

1988-04-16

Year:

2024

Country:

Japan

Website:

gkids.com

Language:

Japanese

Budget:

$4M

Revenue:

$517k

Companies:

Studio Ghibli

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Waltz with Bashir - Animated exploration of memory and trauma from the Lebanon War.
The Kite Runner - Centers on friendship and redemption in war-torn Afghanistan.
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Beasts of No Nation - Follows a child soldier's harrowing experiences in a civil war.
City of God - Explores social issues and violence in a Brazilian context.
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The Pianist - Follows the struggles of a Jewish musician in WWII Poland.
Hotel Rwanda - Based on true events during the Rwandan genocide, highlighting survival.
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Zhang Yimou's The Flowers of War - A historical drama centered on a true event during war.
They Shall Not Grow Old - A documentary that uses archival footage to tell stories of WWI soldiers.
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Life Is Beautiful - A blend of humor and tragedy set during the Holocaust.
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Children of Men - Dystopian film highlighting societal collapse amidst oppression.
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The English Patient - A complex narrative set against the backdrop of WWII.
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Beasts of No Nation - A harrowing tale of a child soldier caught in a brutal civil war.
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Snow Falling on Cedars - Focuses on personal stories entwined with the effects of war.
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Made in Abyss - Similar art style and world-building, focusing on a deep and mysterious setting with emotional character development.
The Ancient Magus' Bride - Features beautifully crafted animation and follows a protagonist with a unique background discovering their place in the world.
KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! - While different in tone, it shares a fantasy setting and character-driven narrative, along with humor.
A Silent Voice - Explores themes of social isolation, redemption, and the struggles of youth in a beautifully animated story.
Mushishi - Both series share a slow-paced, contemplative style that focuses on the relationship between nature and humanity.
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind - Features a strong female protagonist and explores themes of environmentalism and understanding between different beings.
The Night is Short, Walk On Girl - Uses a surreal art style and follows a unique narrative centered on self-discovery and adventure.
Yona of the Dawn - Focuses on character development, exploring themes of friendship, struggle, and growth in a fantasy adventure.
Attack on Titan - Both series feature vibrant art styles and explore survival and existential themes in a fantastical setting.
The Promised Neverland - Contains dark themes and plot twists, focusing on the struggle for freedom and understanding one's reality.
Owari no Seraph (Seraph of the End) - Similar exploration of identity and the battle between different beings in a world filled with conflict.
Vivy: Fluorite Eye's Song - Combines deep philosophical themes and beautifully animated sequences focusing on purpose and existence.
Your Name - Explores themes of connection and identity through a beautifully animated and emotional narrative.
Re:Creators - Features characters from various stories coming together, exploring themes of creation and identity.
Baccano! - Both series feature a unique narrative structure and a diverse cast of characters in an intricately built world.
Steins;Gate - Explores complex themes of time and reality, heavily focused on character-driven plots.
Kacchou Shakai: Avidity - Explores the intricacies of identity and purpose through its unique animation and storytelling.
Blame! - A dystopian setting with intricate world-building and visual styling, featuring themes of survival and isolation.
The Garden of Words - Visually stunning and focuses on the emotional development of characters in quiet, introspective settings.
Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans - Focuses on struggles of youth, identity, and conflict in a complex world setting.
Norn+Nonet - Explores themes of reality, identity, and connection in an intricately crafted world.
Latte and the Magic Waterstone - Shares whimsical fantasy elements and focuses on friendship and self-discovery.
Fate/Zero - Explores moral ambiguity and complex character relationships in a fantastical setting.
Patema Inverted - A visually striking tale about two individuals from opposing worlds, exploring themes of perspective and connection.
To Your Eternity - Tackles themes of identity, life, and death through unique storytelling and emotional depth.
The Tatami Galaxy - Innovative storytelling with a focus on relationships and self-discovery in a surreal environment.
No.6 - A dystopian setting with themes of friendship, identity, and societal conflict.
Children of the Whales - Explores unique worlds and themes of existence, identity, and solidarity among people.
Beastars - Focuses on societal roles, identity, and internal struggles, featuring anthropomorphic characters.
Guilty Crown - Links identity with social themes and features beautifully crafted visuals and an emotional story.
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time - Centers around time, identity, and the emotional growth of its characters in a beautifully animated film.
Soul Eater - Combines unique character designs with themes of identity and the battle against darker forces.
Grave of the Fireflies - A poignant story of struggle and survival amid beautiful animation and deep emotional themes.
Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu (Parasyte) - Explores themes of identity, survival, and the human condition through a thrilling narrative.
Your Name - Deals with connection, loss, and emotional hardships in a beautiful, fantastical setting.
Aria: The Animation - A serene, character-driven narrative with strong themes of discovery and wonder in a beautiful world.
Koumori Neko - Explores themes of connection and identity with a visually rich art and narrative style.

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M*A*S*H - Both depict military life with humor and camaraderie during wartime.
Allo 'Allo! - A comedic take on wartime experiences, focusing on quirky character dynamics.
Dad's Army - A British sitcom about a group of whimsical Home Guard during WWII.
Catch-22 - Satirical humor around the absurdities of military bureaucracy and war.
The A-Team - An action-comedy series about a group of ex-soldiers achieving justice.
Private Benjamin - A comedic take on a woman's experience in the military.
The Fixer - Focuses on adventures and moral dilemmas, akin to camaraderie in wartime.
The Thin Blue Line - Comedy series centered around police work, combining humor and teamwork.
Red Dwarf - Science fiction series with humor, focusing on a group of misfits.
Hogan's Heroes - A comedic portrayal of POWs outsmarting their captors in a WWII setting.
Stripes - A comedy about new army recruits dealing with military life and each other.
Band of Brothers - While more serious, it shares elements of camaraderie among soldiers.
Grave of the Fireflies - A poignant exploration of the impact of war on civilians, though more dramatic.
Schindler's List - Focus on the human aspect of war, though significantly more serious.
Cheers - Humorous group dynamics in a social setting, similar to camaraderie.
F Troop - A comedy about a group of misfit soldiers in a fort during the American frontier.
Good Morning, Vietnam - Comedic drama set during the Vietnam War, highlights the absurdity of war.
Blackadder Goes Forth - A satirical look at World War I, filled with humor and historical references.
The I.T. Crowd - Focuses on camaraderie and humor in the workplace, similar group dynamics.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine - A comedic look at a group of officers in a precinct, sharing strong friendships.
Super Troopers - A humorous take on law enforcement, with antics and camaraderie similar to military units.
Parks and Recreation - Focuses on a quirky team working together, with comedic interactions.
Community - A group of misfits coming together in a communal setting, highlighting friendships.
The Office (US) - Workplace comedy that emphasizes the relationships and dynamics of its characters.
Young Soldiers - Explores youthful soldiers' experiences, blending humor and drama.
The Monkees - A comedic series focusing on a group of friends navigating various antics.
The Great Escape - An adventure film about POWs, with themes of teamwork and ingenuity.
The Longest Day - A dramatic portrayal of WWII events, featuring multiple characters and their stories.
The Dirty Dozen - A group of misfits undertaking a mission during WWII, with humor and action.
Kelly's Heroes - A war film that incorporates a lighthearted approach to military missions.
The Pacific - Similar to Band of Brothers, focusing on camaraderie during WWII, though more serious.
War Horse - Focuses on the human side of war, incorporating friendship themes.
Our Flag Means Death - A comedy based on historical events with a focus on quirky character interactions.
Taika Waititi's What We Do in the Shadows - A comedy series about a group of unconventional characters navigating life together.
A Few Good Men - Drama centered around military life, exploring themes of ethics and loyalty.
Full Metal Jacket - A war film with elements of dark humor regarding military training and life.