My Neighbors the Yamadas
“The safety of family is the wish of the world.”
The Yamadas are a typical middle class Japanese family in urban Tokyo and this film shows us a variety of episodes of their lives. With tales that range from the humorous to the heartbreaking, we see this family cope with life's little conflicts, problems, and joys in their own way.
Details
Release Date: 7/17/1999
Runtime: 104 minutes
Languages: Japanese
Director: Isao Takahata
Budget: $15.3M
Revenue: $11.9M
Production
Companies: Studio Ghibli, Nippon Television Network Corporation, Tokuma Shoten, Hakuhodo
Countries: Japan
Where to watch · US
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Alunauwie
My Neighbors The Yamadas offers a heartfelt portrayal of everyday family life through a series of relatable and lighthearted vignettes. Its unique, minimalist art style and warm color palette enhance the emotional tone, setting it apart from other Studio Ghibli works. Full of life lessons and gentle humor, this film is perfect for family viewing and reminds us of the beauty in ordinary moments. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)
