Sero Hiki no Goshu (1982, JAP) C-61m. *** D: Isao Takahata. Starring (the voices of) Hideki Sasaki, Fuyumi Shiraishi, Masashi Amenomori. Intelligent mini-feature by anime master Takahata, based on a short novel by Kenji Miyazawa. A young cello player, who is in preparation for an important concert, is visited by several animals who ask him to teach them music. His initial doubts are blown away when he realizes how powerful his music can be. Some idyllic animation, with beautiful classical music, a real find for animation buffs. English titles: GAUCHE THE CELLIST, GOSHU THE CELLIST.



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