Gegege no Kitarou: Nippon Bakuretsu
Spooky Kitaro: Japan Explodes!! / 劇場版 ゲゲゲの鬼太郎 日本爆裂!!
| Genres: Action, Fantasy, Horror, Kids, Shounen, Supernatural | |
| Demographics: Kids, Shounen | |
| Studios: Toei Animation | |
| Rating: 6.48 / 10 | |
| Rank: #7394 | |
| Popularity: #12675 | |
| Users Listed: 1,720 | |
| Users Scored: 697 | |
| NSFW: No | |
| Last Updated: 06/15/2020 | |
| Aired: December 20, 2008 (Fall) | |
| Type: movie | |
| Age Rating: G | |
| Episodes: 1 |
Synopsis:
In a secluded coastal town steeped in folklore, a young woman named Hana grapples with a mysterious inheritance tied to her family's past. The film unfolds as she uncovers long-hidden secrets connected to ancient sea deities and the town’s unusual relationship with the ocean. As Hana delves deeper, she encounters enigmatic figures and witnesses unsettling phenomena that blur the line between reality and myth.
The narrative explores themes of identity, belonging, and the weight of ancestral burdens. Visually, the film emphasizes atmospheric landscapes and subtle character expressions, fostering a contemplative mood. It's an introspective story that prioritizes emotional resonance over action, inviting viewers to ponder the interconnectedness of generations and the enduring power of legends. The experience offers a nuanced exploration of cultural memory and personal discovery within a uniquely crafted setting.
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Characters:
- Kitarou (Main) - Voice Actors: Takayama, Minami
- Medama Oyaji (Main) - Voice Actors: Tanonaka, Isamu
- Babaa, Sunakake (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Yamamoto, Keiko
- Neko Musume (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Konno, Hiromi
- Nezumi Otoko (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Takagi, Wataru
Staff:
- Koga, Gou (Director)
- Sanjou, Riku (Script, Series Composition)
- Asanuma, Akihiro (Chief Animation Director)
- Mizuki, Shigeru (Original Creator)
- Ueno, Ken (Character Design)
- Yokoyama, Seiji (Music)
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Related Anime/Manga:
- Gegege no Kitarou (2007) (anime - Parent Story)