Showa Shinzan
en
PG-13
March 2002
Animation
This animated film tells the story of a young Japanese girl's relationship with her grandfather, a postmaster and amateur geologist. When the neighboring Mount Usu erupts during World War II, he records its activity. As he witnesses the birth of a new mountain named Showa Shinzan, he transcends the misery and folly of war that surrounds them and teaches his granddaughter a valuable lesson about life. Evoking the tradition of Bunraku puppetry, this animated film is based on actual events.
Runtime:
12 minutes
Status:
Released
Original Language:
en
Budget:
N/A
Revenue:
N/A
Director:
Alison Reiko Loader