Rent My Neighbour Totoro (1988)
4.3 of 5 from 399 ratings
1h 26min
- General info
- Available formats
- Synopsis:
While their mother recovers from an illness, Satsuki and her little sister Mei (voiced in English by Dakota Fanning and Elle Fanning) get away from it all in an idyllic rural retreat. Far from the bustle of the city, they discover a mysterious place of spirits and magic, and the friendship of the Totoro woodland creatures. Conceived as a family film devoid of conflict and suffused with the carefree pleasures of the summertime, My Neighbour Totoro sees Hayao Miyazaki create a parable of friendship and imagination populated with unforgettable characters. A universal classic for all generations, My Neighbour Totoro shows Japanese animation's famous Studio Ghibli at its very best, and is an elegy to two ever-fading miracles: the fairytale world of childhood and the disappearing countryside. - Directors:
- Hayao Miyazaki
- Producers:
- Toru Hara, Ned Lott, Rick Dempsey
- Voiced By:
- Hitoshi Takagi, Noriko Hidaka, Chika Sakamoto, Shigesato Itoi, Tanie Kitabayashi, Toshiyuki Amagasa, Naoki Tatsuta, Frank Welker, Lea Salonga, Pat Carroll, Tim Daly, Brianne Siddall, Paul Butcher, Cheryl Chase, Shigeru Chiba, Lara Cody, Natalie Core, Dakota Fanning, Elle Fanning, Kimberly Guerrero
- Writers:
- Hayao Miyazaki
- Aka:
- Tonari no Totoro
- Studio:
- Optimum
- Genres:
- Anime & Animation, Children & Family, Kids’ TV
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- Countries:
- Japan
- BBFC:
- Release Date:
- 12/11/2012
- Run Time:
- 86 minutes
- Languages:
- English LPCM Stereo, Japanese LPCM Stereo
- Subtitles:
- English
- Formats:
- Pal
- Aspect Ratio:
- Widescreen 1.78:1 / 16:9
- Colour:
- Colour
- BLU-RAY Regions:
- B
- Bonus:
- Storyboards
- Creating My Neighbour Totoro Featurette
- Creating the Characters Featurette
- The Totoro Experience
- Producer's Perspective: Creating Ghibli
- The Locations of Totoro
- Scoring Miyazaki
- Behind the Microphone Featurette
- Textless Opening and Closing Credits
- Original Japanese Theatrical Trailer
- Studio Ghibli Trailer Reel
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Reviews (7) of My Neighbour Totoro
Fun for the kids - My Neighbour Totoro review by CP Customer
A fascinating and fun insight into Japanese culture and spirituality. A somewhat random plot about tree spirits and cat buses that appear when a family move house. Certainly keeps the kids (young and old) entertained.
2 out of 2 members found this review helpful.
Great small children's entertainment - My Neighbour Totoro review by JD
For the rare opportunity of seeing a good children's cartoon with non-American values I would recommend this. It does however have American voice overs. I thought it would be like Pom poko but it is even more gentle.
2 out of 2 members found this review helpful.
Incredible - My Neighbour Totoro review by griggs
Watching My Neighbor Totoro in its subtitled version on the big screen was a thoroughly wonderful experience, allowing me to appreciate the film as it was originally intended. The enchanting story of two young sisters befriending mystical forest spirits, especially the gentle giant Totoro, is brought to life with beautiful animation and a heartwarming narrative. Studio Ghibli's masterful artistry and storytelling are evident in every frame, creating a magical, immersive world that captivates both children and adults alike. Seeing it in its original language added an authentic touch, enhancing the charm and emotional depth of this beloved classic.
1 out of 1 members found this review helpful.