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Modest Heroes is a 2018 Japanese animated anthology film produced by Studio Ponoc. It comprises three distinct short stories directed by former Studio Ghibli filmmakers: Kanini and Kanino, Life Ain't Gonna Lose, and Invisible. The project marks the first volume in the studio's Ponoc Short Films Theatre series, created to showcase diverse animation styles and storytelling. The collection explores themes of family, survival, and self-acceptance through fantasy and contemporary narratives.
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What are the three short films in Modest Heroes?
The 2018 Studio Ponoc anthology contains 'Kanini and Kanino,' directed by Hiromasa Yonebayashi; 'Life Ain't Gonna Lose,' directed by Yoshiyuki Momose; and 'Invisible,' directed by Akihiko Yamashita. All three directors are Studio Ghibli alumni.
Is Modest Heroes connected to Studio Ghibli?
It comes from Studio Ponoc, the studio founded in 2015 by ex-Ghibli staff including producer Yoshiaki Nishimura and director Hiromasa Yonebayashi after they left Ghibli. Ponoc's first feature was 'Mary and the Witch's Flower' in 2017, and Modest Heroes is billed as the first volume in its Ponoc Short Films Theatre series.
Is Modest Heroes okay for young children?
It is family-friendly overall, but parents should know that 'Life Ain't Gonna Lose' follows a boy named Shun with a severe egg allergy and depicts a life-threatening reaction, which can be intense for sensitive viewers. The other two shorts — about crab-child siblings and an invisible man — are gentler.
Where can I watch Modest Heroes in English?
GKIDS gave the film a limited North American theatrical release in 2019 with an English-language dub. It has since been available on digital and streaming platforms, so check current services in your region.
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