Visual craft
Suzume showcases animation at a level that defines why anime has a global audience.
Suzume (2022) is suzume, 17, lost her mother as a little girl.
At a Glance
Full titleSuzume
DirectorMakoto Shinkai
CountryJP
LanguageJapanese
StudioCoMix Wave Films
GenreAnimation · Drama · Adventure · Fantasy
Why Suzume is essential anime
Makoto Shinkai's road-trip fantasy of doors, disaster, and closure
Suzume (2022) is suzume, 17, lost her mother as a little girl.
But her curiosity unleashes a calamity that endangers the entire population of Japan, and so Suzume embarks on a journey to set things right.
Whether you are new to anime or a longtime fan, Suzume delivers the kind of storytelling and craft that keeps the medium thriving worldwide.
Suzume, 17, lost her mother as a little girl.
Emotional depth
Beyond spectacle, the film invests in characters and themes that resonate across cultures.
Cultural impact
Suzume is widely cited in anime recommendations and remains a reference point for the genre.
Rewatch value
Fans return for details, foreshadowing, and moments that land differently on a second viewing.
Story
Makoto Shinkai's road-trip fantasy of doors, disaster, and closure
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Story and setting
Suzume, 17, lost her mother as a little girl. On her way to school, she meets a mysterious young man.
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Characters and themes
Suzume invests in emotional arcs and visual storytelling that define modern anime at its best.
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Why it endures
With Makoto Shinkai at the helm, Suzume remains essential viewing for anime fans and newcomers drawn to animation and drama storytelling.
Cast
Main characters and performers
Behind the Scenes
Runtime: 2h 2m.
Directed by Makoto Shinkai.
Genres: Animation, Drama, Adventure.
Highly rated among anime fans on TMDB.
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FAQ
How long is Suzume?
Suzume runs 2h 2m.
What is Suzume about?
Suzume, 17, lost her mother as a little girl. On her way to school, she meets a mysterious young man.
Who directed Suzume?
Suzume was directed by Makoto Shinkai.
Where can I watch Suzume?
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