The Flying House
Corky, Angey, and Justin are playing hide and seek in the woods when a sudden storm appears and they come upon a house in the woods. They go inside and meet Professor Bumble and his Solar Ion Robot, SIR. They discover the house is a flying time machine and a sudden mishap send them into the past where they end up witnessing events from The Bible's New Testament as they keep trying to get home.
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Plot Summary
A mischievous young boy named Tsubasa and his family live in a house that mysteriously begins to float. They must navigate the challenges and adventures that come with their airborne home, encountering eccentric characters and fantastical situations. The journey often involves trying to control or understand their peculiar predicament while maintaining a sense of normalcy.
Critical Reception
The Flying House was primarily a television movie and is less known in the West compared to other anime films of its era. Critical reception in Japan was generally positive, appreciated for its whimsical premise and family-friendly humor. It's remembered fondly as a lighthearted and imaginative piece of animation from the early 1980s.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique and imaginative concept of a flying house.
- Enjoyed for its gentle humor and appeal to a younger audience.
- Seen as a charming and lighthearted animated feature.
Google audience: Audience reviews, where available, tend to highlight the film's creativity and its ability to entertain with a simple yet engaging premise. Many recall it as a memorable childhood viewing experience.
Fun Fact
The movie was based on a manga series by Fujiko F. Fujio, the creator also famous for Doraemon.
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