A Whisker Away

A Whisker Away

2020 · 104 min · JA · PG · 7.9 (1,525 votes)
Dir. Tomotaka Shibayama, Junichi Sato · Starring Mirai Shida, Natsuki Hanae, Koichi Yamadera, Hiroaki Ogi, Minako Kotobuki, Kensho Ono · Music Mina Kubota

“The magic that brought us closer.”

AnimationDramaRomanceFantasy

A peculiar girl transforms into a cat to catch her crush's attention. But before she realizes it, the line between human and animal starts to blur.

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This film offers a whimsical yet melancholic journey through unrequited affection and self-discovery. It blends heartfelt coming-of-age drama with enchanting magical realism, all wrapped in vibrant anime artistry. Expect a steady, bittersweet exploration of identity and the longing for connection, perfect for a cozy, introspective viewing.

whimsicalmelancholicheartfeltbittersweetfantasticalsteadyvibrant animemagical realismcoming-of-ageunrequited loveidentityself-acceptanceescapism
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