Tetsuya Takeda's "Tsuki ga Noboru Made Ni": A fusion of moving drama and music

Tetsuya Takeda's Before the Moon Rises - TAKEDA TETSUYA NO TSUKIGA NO BORUMADENI

overview

"Takeda Tetsuya's Until the Moon Rises" was released as an OVA on November 8, 1991. It is based on a picture book by Takeda Tetsuya, directed by Yamamoto Eiichi, and produced by OB Planning and Grouper. This work consists of only one episode, and although it is short, it is characterized by a deeply moving story.

story

"By the Time the Moon Rises" is set in a rural setting, far from the hustle and bustle of the city, and depicts family ties and coexistence with nature. The protagonist is a little boy who lives with his grandfather. One day, the boy goes into the mountains with his grandfather, where he learns about the beauty and harshness of nature. As he cherishes the time until the moon rises, he comes to appreciate the value of family ties and life.

character

Main character (boy)

A little boy moves from the city to the countryside. He lives with his grandfather and grows up surrounded by nature. His pure heart and curiosity are at the heart of the story.

Grandfather

The protagonist's grandfather. A kind old man who loves nature and cares for his family. His experience and wisdom support the protagonist's growth.

Background

This work is based on a picture book written by Takeda Tetsuya based on his own experiences and feelings. Takeda Tetsuya treasured his memories of his hometown and family, and expressed them in the form of a picture book. By making this picture book into an OVA, the message was conveyed to a wider audience.

Director Eiichi Yamamoto has managed to bring out the warmth of the original story by carefully depicting the beauty of nature and the ties of family, while the production team from OB Planning and Grouper has used beautiful scenery and music to create a film that is both visually and aurally moving.

Recognition and Awards

"Tsuki ga Noboru Made Ni" was highly praised when it was released as an OVA. In particular, the story, which depicts the beauty of nature and family ties, touched many viewers. The beautiful backgrounds and music were also highly praised, and it is considered a highly polished OVA.

Specific awards it has received include the Excellence Award at the Japan Anime Awards in 1992, and a Special Award at the Tokyo International Anime Fair in 1993, where it was highly praised for its artistry and message.

Recommended points

"By the Time the Moon Rises" is a great movie to watch with the whole family. It's also a great way to teach children about the beauty of nature and the importance of family ties. It's also great for adults who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and experience the importance of spending time in nature.

This film is short but has a deeply moving storyline and beautiful images and music. Please watch it with your family and friends and share the excitement.

Related Titles

Like "Until the Moon Rises," the following works are recommended as they have themes of nature and family.

• "My Neighbor Totoro" - a classic animated film produced by Studio Ghibli, tells the story of a family living in harmony with nature.
• "Wolf Children: Ame and Yuki" - A touching story about the bond between mother and child. It is moving to see the children growing up in nature.
• "The Wind Rises" - A Studio Ghibli film depicting the relationship between nature and humans. It features beautiful scenery and a moving story.

How to watch

"By the Time the Moon Rises" is now available on DVD and Blu-ray. It is also available on some video streaming services. The specific viewing methods are as follows.

• DVD/Blu-ray: Available for purchase on Amazon, Rakuten Ichiba, etc.
• Video streaming services: Available on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, etc. (depending on region and subscription)

summary

"Takeda Tetsuya's Moon Rises" is a moving film that depicts the beauty of nature and family ties. It features a short but profound storyline, beautiful images, and music, making it the perfect film to watch with the whole family. Please enjoy this film and feel the importance of nature and family.