Hi everyone, how are you? I hope everyone is well. I am new member here as a new member it is my 3rd anime movie review , Today we will talk about Wolf Children anime movie , Directed by Hiro Takehara and produced by Studio Chihaya Music, “Wolf Children” presents us with the unwavering love of a mother and the unspoiled innocence of childhood. As much as this anime film, released in 2012, seeks to portray the allure of a lavish life behind a coming-of-age story, it also helps us discover the importance of humanity, motherly sacrifice, and harmony with nature.
Wolf Children tells us a story that is simultaneously surreal and full of real-life emotions. The central character, Hana, a college student, falls in love with a mysterious young man who introduces himself as a “Wolf Man” — half-human, half-wolf. After their marriage, two children are born: Yuki (born on a blizzard night) and Ame (born on a rainy day). But the joy doesn't last long, one day Okami dies suddenly while hunting. Hana, alone, starts fighting as a mother of two wolf cubs. Living in a city apartment becomes impossible—the children unknowingly take on the form of wolves, and the neighbors become suspicious. Hana therefore makes a brave decision and starts living in a dilapidated house in the mountainous area of the village. There, she builds a new life by cultivating the land with her own hands, growing vegetables, and winning the hearts of the locals. The main part of this film is about Yuki and Ame growing up. Yuki goes to school, wants to blend into human society. Ame instead wanders in the mountains and forests, making friends with animals. In the end, the two separate paths—Yuki wants to remain human, Ame chooses the freedom of wolf life.
Hana is an extraordinary mother. Her patience, courage, and sacrifice are impressive. Her struggle as a single mother, showing her children the right path—all are heartwarming. Yuki and Ame, two siblings growing up in different ways and finding their own identities — one of the strongest aspects of the movie. Moreover, in this film, the director has highlighted the relationship between nature and life at every level — city vs. village, man vs. animal. Which will be amazing to watch.
“Wolf Children” was a unique experience for me. Watching the movie, I felt the depth of the mother-son relationship, the conflict between natural life and human society, and most importantly, the love and hope for life that never ends.
9/10 — In a word, amazing. This is not just an anime movie, but it is an emotion, a story of a mother and her children that leaves a mark on our thoughts.
“Wolf Children” is an anime that every anime lover and especially any parent should watch. It reminds us that love and acceptance can overcome all obstacles. The movie brings tears to our eyes, and also shows us a ray of hope. If you haven’t seen “Wolf Children” yet, take the time to watch it today. And don't forget to let us know your thoughts in the comments after watching! Thank you everyone, I'm ending this here for today, everyone stay well.
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I loved how in this movie the “letting go” of children is well reflected, clearly his mother wanted to keep him with her, but her son was growing up and she had to follow her instincts, parents prepare their children for life and then the world is theirs 🙏
As much as I loved the movie, the thing that always makes me upset was the path of the other kid, (light spoiler) just cause they chose nature does not mean they couldn't visit at least once in a while especially when he literally lives next door.
I liked this movie a lot, was planning to review it soon. I really liked your way of explaining it's impressive.
es una hermosa historia, llena de amor y familia, excelente post!
it's a beautiful story, full of love and family, excellent post!