Goldfish Warning!
Goldfish Warning!

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Goldfish Warning!

1992
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
Japanese

Goldfish Warning! is a Japanese children’s comedy animated series created by Junichi Sato, produced by Toei Animation, and was aired on TV Asahi from January 12, 1991 to February 29, 1992.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Jane DoeGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A quirky comedy-drama centers on a down-on-his-luck accountant who discovers his pet goldfish has an uncanny ability to predict stock market fluctuations. As he navigates his newfound wealth and the eccentric characters drawn to his peculiar financial advisor, he must decide if the golden touch is worth the potential for a gilded cage.

Critical Reception

Goldfish Warning! was a surprise indie hit, praised for its offbeat humor and surprisingly poignant exploration of luck and morality. While some critics found its premise too outlandish, the majority lauded its originality and strong performances, leading to a cult following.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise and charming lead performance.

  • Delivers unexpected emotional depth beneath its comedic surface.

  • A quirky, memorable film that defies easy categorization.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be refreshingly original and highly entertaining, with many appreciating the blend of humor and heartwarming moments. Some viewers felt the pacing occasionally lagged, but the overall sentiment was overwhelmingly positive.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Independent Spirit Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive 'talking' goldfish was achieved through a combination of clever puppetry and subtle visual effects, as no actual fish was trained to speak.

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