A Zoo Without an Elephant
Originally released in 1982. A Zoo Without an Elephant is a animation/comedy film. directed by Tsuneo Maeda. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Masahiro Anzai, Tadao Futami, and Tetsuya Kaji
Synopsis
In 1949, after the war, Hidé and his sister Myoko are poor and live in a makeshift hut under the bridge and do their best to survive. When Myoko recovers from an illness, he offers to take her to the Zoo to show her the impressive elephant that marked him during a visit when he was younger. He will be angry to find that there is no more elephant, replaced by a cardboard reproduction. Sankichi, a Zoo employee will tell him the sad truth about what happened.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Group TAC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Zoo Without an Elephant about?
In 1949, after the war, Hidé and his sister Myoko are poor and live in a makeshift hut under the bridge and do their best to survive. When Myoko recovers from an illness, he offers to take her to ...
Who directed A Zoo Without an Elephant?
A Zoo Without an Elephant was directed by Tsuneo Maeda.
How long is A Zoo Without an Elephant?
A Zoo Without an Elephant has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was A Zoo Without an Elephant released?
A Zoo Without an Elephant was released on March 20, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Zoo Without an Elephant?
The main cast of A Zoo Without an Elephant includes Masahiro Anzai, Tadao Futami, Tetsuya Kaji, Hiroko Maruyama, Yoneko Matsukane.