With dreams of diving abroad, Tsuneo gets a job assisting Josee, an artist whose imagination takes her far beyond her wheelchair. But when the tide turns against them, they push each other to places they never thought possible, and inspire a love fit for a storybook.
Tsuneo, a college student working part-time at a dive shop, dreams of pursuing his passion for diving in Mexico. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Jun, a wheelchair-bound young woman forced by her grandmother to live a sheltered life. Jun's grandmother hires Tsuneo to be her caregiver and driver, leading to a unique relationship between the two.
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish was generally well-received by critics and audiences, praised for its emotional storytelling, beautiful animation, and touching portrayal of love and overcoming challenges. While some found the plot predictable, the film's heartfelt narrative and character development resonated widely.
Google audience: Google users largely praised the film for its beautiful animation and touching story that effectively conveyed themes of love, dreams, and overcoming personal obstacles. Many found the characters relatable and the overall experience deeply moving and uplifting.
Nominated for Best Animation at the 44th Japan Academy Film Prize. Won the Audience Award at the 2021 Fantasia International Film Festival.
The film is based on a 1985 short story of the same name by Japanese author Seiko Tanabe, which was previously adapted into a live-action film in 2003.
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