My Neighbor Totoro (Japanese Audio)

About My Neighbor Totoro (Japanese Audio)

"My Neighbor Totoro" is an enchanting and heartwarming animated film released in 1988, directed by the award-winning Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli. The story follows two young sisters, Satsuki and Mei, who move into a new home in the countryside to be closer to their ill mother. The sisters soon discover that the surrounding forests are home to a group of magical creatures known as Totoros, with whom they form a special friendship.

Making / Production

The film was produced by Studio Ghibli, a renowned animation studio in Japan. It was created with traditional hand-drawn animation techniques. Director Hayao Miyazaki's unique art style and incredible attention to detail make "My Neighbor Totoro" a visually stunning film. The production designer was Kazuo Oga, who spent much time in rural Japan capturing the scenery for the film's setting.

Actors

• Noriko Hidaka voiced the elder sister Satsuki. Her performance captures the sister's tough yet loving character.
• Chika Sakamoto gave her voice to the young, energetic Mei. She brought out the adventurous and innocent nature of Mei.
• Hitoshi Takagi did a brilliant job by giving a voice to Totoro, the film's fantastical creature.
• Sumi Shimamoto voiced the children's mother, who is ill but maintains a positive spirit.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "My Neighbor Totoro" was initially a double feature with "Grave of the Fireflies", another Studio Ghibli film.
• The "Cat Bus" in the film can only be seen by those who believe in its existence.
• Totoro has become an unofficial mascot for Studio Ghibli and even appears in their logo.

Awards

"My Neighbor Totoro" has won several awards, including the Mainichi Film Concours for Best Film in 1988 and the Blue Ribbon Awards for Best Director. The film also received recognition for its animation from the Animage Anime Grand Prix.

Quotes

• "Trees and people used to be good friends."
• "Everybody, try laughing. Then whatever scares you will go away!"

Music, Soundtrack

• "Totoro's theme song" is one of the most famous songs, whose cheerful and catchy melodies paired perfectly with the film's magical story.
• "Path of The Wind" is another moving soundtrack from the film that flawlessly captures its serene rural setting.
• "Catbus" song perfectly encapsulates the whimsical sense of adventure in the film.