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Isan Souzoku
Sato Ikuo is a houseman who works for the internal medicine department. Not wanting to burden his mother, who brought him up as a single mother, he obtained a scholarship from a nearby public university and enrolled in its medical faculty. After that, he met Kaede, the only daughter of Kawamura Kozo, the president of Kawamura Memorial Hospital. They got married and he was adopted into the Kawamura family. He is completely indifferent to the many sarcastic and caustic remarks that are aimed at him by Kaede’s aunts and cousin, and lives detached from the ongoing inheritance battle. But that does not mean Ikuo is a timid man. He has no interest in the power struggle in the hospital, career progression and opening his own practice. His dream is to be involved in medical care in remote places overseas and he focuses on training as a houseman every day.
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Plot Summary
In a desolate future, a young boy named Kenji is tasked by his dying grandfather to find the legendary 'Dragon's Treasure'. This treasure is said to be a place where all the world's lost items gather. Accompanied by his loyal dog, Kenji embarks on a perilous journey through a ruined landscape, facing dangers and uncovering the true meaning of the treasure.
Critical Reception
Isan Souzoku, a short animated film by Katsuhiro Otomo, is often praised for its stunning visuals and imaginative world-building. While its short runtime limits deep character development, it's highly regarded as a masterful piece of animation showcasing Otomo's unique artistic style and storytelling prowess. It's a visually rich experience that leaves a lasting impression.
What Reviewers Say
Visually breathtaking animation and imaginative world-building.
A short but impactful narrative that sparks wonder.
Masterful display of Katsuhiro Otomo's distinctive artistic vision.
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Fun Fact
Isan Souzoku was part of the anthology film 'Short Peace', which also featured other acclaimed animated shorts.
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