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Grave of the Fireflies - Official Trailer
Grave of the Fireflies (Hotaru no Haka) is a famous Japanese animated film about the lives of two orphaned brothers during the Second World War. The film was directed by Isao Takahata and produced by Studio Ghibli in 1988. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Nosaka Akiyuki, a writer who experienced war as a child. The film realistically and emotionally portrays the hardships, poverty and cruelty of war for innocent people, especially children. The film is also a tribute to the love and sacrifice between brothers Seita and Setsuko, who try to survive in a cold and violent world. The film is considered a classic of Japanese and world cinema, loved and praised by many. The film has also caused a lot of controversy about its meaning and message. Some see the film as a poignant criticism of Japan's war policy, while others see the film as an excuse for the nation. Either way, the movie Grave of the Fireflies (Hotaru no Haka) is a film worth watching and reflecting on human rights, peace, and humanity.