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Tokyo Godfathers

Comedy, Drama, Anime

RatingRatingRatingRatingRating4.6

DirectorSatoshi Kon

ProducerMasao Maruyama

DistributorSony Pictures Entertainment, Columbia Tristar, Samuel Goldwyn Company

Release Date DateAug 30, 2003, Original

LanguageJapanese

Runtime1h 30m

Introduction

Middle-aged alcoholic Gin (Toru Emori), teenage runaway Miyuki (Aya Okamoto) and former drag queen Hana (Yoshiaki Umegaki) are a trio of homeless people surviving as a makeshift family on the streets of Tokyo. While rummaging in the trash for food on Christmas Eve, they stumble upon an abandoned newborn baby in a trash bin. With only a handful of clues to the baby's identity, the three misfits search the streets of Tokyo for help in returning the baby to its parents.

Critics Reviews

Nick Schager4.8

325

Feb 2, 2021
Tokyo Godfathers is a touching animated gem that offers an unconventional yet heartwarming Christmas tale. The story follows the unlikely trio of Gin, Miyuki, and Hana, who form a makeshift family despite their struggles on the streets of Tokyo. Their discovery of an abandoned newborn propels them on a quest full of compassion, humor, and hope. This modern animé classic stands out for its engaging narrative and its ahead-of-its-time message of inclusivity and human kindness. Both adults and kids will find themselves captivated by its powerful storytelling and rich, emotional depth. A must-watch for any animation enthusiast.

Chris Stuckmann4.7

389

Dec 28, 2020
Tokyo Godfathers is an outstanding anime film and a delightful Christmas movie. The story revolves around Gin, a middle-aged alcoholic, Miyuki, a teenage runaway, and Hana, a former drag queen, who form a makeshift family while living on the streets of Tokyo. Their lives take an unexpected turn on Christmas Eve when they find an abandoned newborn in a trash bin. With only a few clues, they embark on a heartfelt journey through the city to reunite the baby with its parents. The film combines humor, emotion, and holiday spirit to deliver a truly enjoyable experience.
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