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Napping Princess (2017)

"There's a reason why I can see in dreams"

6.720171h 51mJA
FantasyAdventureAnimationDramaScience Fiction

Directed by Kenji Kamiyama

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 51m

Language

JA

Release

March 18, 2017

Director

Kenji Kamiyama

Official Trailer

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Overview

Japan, 2020, a few days before the opening of the Tokyo Olympics. Although she should be studying for her final exams, Kokone, a schoolgirl who lives in a small town with her widowed father, a mysterious and talented mechanic, falls asleep often, anywhere, anytime, entering, over and over, a dream-w...

Cast

Mitsuki Takahata

Mitsuki Takahata

Kokone Morikawa / Aennchen (Ancien) (voice)

Yosuke Eguchi

Yosuke Eguchi

Momotaro Morikawa / Piichi (Peach) (voice)

Shinnosuke Mitsushima

Shinnosuke Mitsushima

Morio Sawatari (voice)

Rie Kugimiya

Rie Kugimiya

Joi (Joy) (voice)

Tomoya Maeno

Tomoya Maeno

Kijita / Takiji (voice)

Wataru Takagi

Wataru Takagi

Sawatari (Morio's Father) / Ukkî (voice)

Hideki Takahashi

Hideki Takahashi

Isshin Shijima / Hâtorando-ô (King) (voice)

Arata Furuta

Arata Furuta

Ichiro Watanabe / Bewan (voice)

Risa Shimizu

Risa Shimizu

Ikumi Morokawa (voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Napping Princess (2017), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Japan, 2020, a few days before the opening of the Tokyo Olympics. Although she should be studying for her final exams, Kokone, a schoolgirl who lives in a small town with her widowed father, a mysterious and talented mechanic, falls asleep often, anywhere, anytime, entering, over and over, a dream-world where a squad of fantastic motorized contraptions fights against magic, a world close to reality where she will find out the keys of her true past.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Napping Princess. 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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