Pom Poko poster

Pom Poko (1994)

"A Fantastic Tale Of Survival"

7.219941h 59mJA
AdventureAnimationFantasy

Directed by Isao Takahata

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 59m

Language

JA

Release

July 16, 1994

Director

Isao Takahata

Official Trailer

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Overview

The Raccoons of the Tama Hills are being forced from their homes by the rapid development of houses and shopping malls. As it becomes harder to find food and shelter, they decide to band together and fight back. The Raccoons practice and perfect the ancient art of transformation until they are even ...

Cast

Makoto Nonomura

Makoto Nonomura

Shoukichi (voice)

Nijiko Kiyokawa

Nijiko Kiyokawa

Old Fireball / Oroku (voice)

Shigeru Izumiya

Shigeru Izumiya

Gonta (voice)

Norihei Miki

Norihei Miki

Seizaemon (voice)

Yuriko Ishida

Yuriko Ishida

Kiyo (voice)

Megumi Hayashibara

Megumi Hayashibara

Sasuke (voice)

Yumi Ichihara

Yumi Ichihara

Koharu (voice)

Akira Kamiya

Akira Kamiya

Tamasaburo (voice)

Takehiro Murata

Takehiro Murata

Bunta (voice)

Gannosuke Ashiya

Gannosuke Ashiya

Inugami Gyobu (voice)

Kosan Yanagiya

Kosan Yanagiya

Tsurukame (voice)

Shinchou Kokontei

Shinchou Kokontei

Narrator (voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Pom Poko (1994), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The Raccoons of the Tama Hills are being forced from their homes by the rapid development of houses and shopping malls. As it becomes harder to find food and shelter, they decide to band together and fight back. The Raccoons practice and perfect the ancient art of transformation until they are even able to appear as humans in hilarious circumstances.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Pom Poko. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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