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Taro the Dragon Boy (1979)

6.519791h 15mJA
FantasyAnimationFamilyAdventure

Directed by Kirio Urayama

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 15m

Language

JA

Release

March 17, 1979

Director

Kirio Urayama

Overview

Patterned after Japanese art and silk screens, Taro, The Dragon Boy is an animated feature about Japanese mythology and cultures, focusing on Taro, a young boy who has to make a voyage to a distant lake to save his mother, who has been turned into a dragon.

Cast

Junya Kato

Junya Kato

Taro (voice)

Mina Tominaga

Mina Tominaga

Aya (voice)

Sayuri Yoshinaga

Sayuri Yoshinaga

Tatsuya (voice)

Kirin Kiki

Kirin Kiki

Yamanba (voice)

Kazuo Kumakura

Kazuo Kumakura

Red Oni (voice)

Kazuo Kitamura

Kazuo Kitamura

(voice)

Toshiko Yabuki

Toshiko Yabuki

(voice)

Junko Kuroda

Junko Kuroda

(voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Taro the Dragon Boy (1979), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Patterned after Japanese art and silk screens, Taro, The Dragon Boy is an animated feature about Japanese mythology and cultures, focusing on Taro, a young boy who has to make a voyage to a distant lake to save his mother, who has been turned into a dragon.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Taro the Dragon Boy. 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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