On the occasion of Japan-Woche (Japan Week), UCI Düsseldorf in the Medienhafen is offering all Japan fans and film fans a broad programme of popular animes for a week from 21 May to get them in the mood for Japan-Tag (Japan Day).
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2 hours 3 minutes / Anime / FSK Rating: 12 / 4 January 2024
Director: Hayao Miyazaki
During an air raid on Tokyo, the mother of twelve-year-old Mahito Maki (voiced by Soma Santoki in the Japanese original) is killed. When his father marries his late wife's younger sister and moves with his family from the city to the countryside, Mahito's life takes a turn for the worse. He cannot come to terms with his new family situation. Soon he comes across a mysterious tower and a talking heron (Masaki Suda), who surprisingly tells him that his mother is still alive and is being held captive in this strange building. When Mahito's stepmother also disappears, the young adventurer sets off for the mysterious tower. There he discovers a magical world full of fantastic creatures. But there are also a few dangers lurking for Mahito on his journey...
