About This Trend

Grave of the Fireflies is a 1988 Studio Ghibli animated film directed by Isao Takahata, based on the semi-autobiographical novel by Akiyuki Nosaka. It depicts the tragic story of two orphaned siblings during the final months of World War II.

The film is trending due to its upcoming exclusive release on Netflix in Japan, marking the first time a Studio Ghibli film will be available for streaming domestically. This decision comes as part of the growing shift toward online content consumption and the enduring relevance of its powerful anti-war message. .

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