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Natsumi's Firefly

2016·Movie
1h 48min

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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Natsumi's Firefly fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle3
  • Tension2
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Heartwarming and hopeful

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, family, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Natsumi wants to become a photographer. She takes a bike which her late father left behind and goes to a forest to find a firefly she saw with her father. In the forest, Natsumi meets old mother Yasu and old son Jizo. They run a general store. Natsumi learns how to live in nature from them. She has happy summer days there. One day, Jizo tells her that he became estranged from his son in the past.
Heartwarming DramaNature & SerenityComing-of-Age StoryIntergenerational BondsQuiet ReflectionHealing & ConnectionJapanese Slice-of-LifeEmotional JourneyLoss & Acceptance

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Natsumi's Firefly legally?

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Is Natsumi's Firefly worth watching?

60
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Natsumi's Firefly?

1 h 48 min

Natsumi's Firefly runs 1 h 48 min.

Is Natsumi's Firefly based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is Natsumi's Firefly in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Natsumi's Firefly?

3HKJPTW

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