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Ghost Cat Anzu movie

🎬 Title: Ghost Cat Anzu / 化け猫あんずちゃん

Story: In a serene rural setting in Japan, young Karin is left to fend for herself after her father abandons her. Now living with her grandfather in a temple, she crosses paths with Anzu, a massive “ghost cat” known for his laziness, who has been assigned to look after her. Initially skeptical of this new companion, Karin disrupts Anzu’s attempts at helping the villagers and gradually connects with the quirky forest spirits of the area. In an unexpected twist, Anzu inadvertently strikes a deal with a sinister force, leading to chaotic repercussions.

⭐ Rating: 6.693 (44 votes)

📅 Release date: July 19, 2024

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour, 34 minutes

🎭 Genres: Animation, Fantasy, Comedy, Family

🎬 Directors: Nobuhiro Yamashita, Yoko Kuno

✍️ Writer: Shinji Imaoka

🌍 Countries: Japan, France, United States

🏢 Production Companies: Shin-Ei Animation, Miyu Productions, TV Asahi, TOHO, AT-X, Marui Group, NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan, Charades, GKIDS

💼 Production: | 📈 Revenue: $658,739

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👥 Cast: Mirai Moriyama (voice of Anzu), Noa Goto (voice of Karin), Munetaka Aoki (voice of Tetsuya), Miwako Ichikawa (voice of Yuzuki), Keiichi Suzuki (voice of Oshō), Shingo Mizusawa (voice of God of Poverty), Mutsuo Yoshioka (voice of Kaeru-chan), Wataru Sawabe (voice of Tanuki), Yusuke Furusawa (voice of Old Man Mushroom), Ayumi Nigo (voice of Obaba)

Editor’s note: Ghost Cat Anzu (2024) encapsulates its Animation, Fantasy, Comedy, and Family themes without feeling cliché. Director Nobuhiro Yamashita crafts a narrative that prioritizes character development over flashy distractions. The performances from Mirai Moriyama, Noa Goto, and Munetaka Aoki ground the film with authenticity. At 1 hour and 34 minutes long, the pacing is just right for the storyline. While it has its imperfections, the overall charm makes it a worthy addition to your watchlist if the premise resonates with you.

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