Description
Studio Ghibli's "My Neighbors the Yamadas" is a stylistic departure from the usual animation style of the studio. The film is written and directed by Isao Takahata, and uses digital production to create the feel of a moving watercolor sketch. The story follows the day-to-day life of Takashi and Matsuko, who are married with two children, their dog, and Matsuko's mother. The film often charts the pitfalls of modern life, with the characters often finding themselves in comedic situations. The voices of Jim Belushi, David Ogden Stiers, and Molly Shannon are featured in the film.
A stylistic departure for Studio Ghibli, with writer-director Isao Takahata using digital production to create the feel of a moving watercolour sketch, My Neighbours The Yamadas follows the exploits of the Yamada family. Takahata charts the day-to-day life of husband and wife Takashi and Matsuko who, along with their two children, their dog and Matsuko's live-in mother, navigate the pitfalls of modern life to often comic effect.
Featuring the voices of Jim Belushi, David Ogden Stiers and Molly Shannon, My Neighbours The Yamadas is a one-of-a-kind comic treat.