Spring and Chaos

(1996)Directed by Shoji Kawamori56 minAnimation, Drama, Fantasy

Set in the beginning of the 20th century Japan, the film follows the bright and eccentric Kenji from his late student years through his adulthood. Kenji suffers the tragedy of being an artist whose art isn't recognized during his lifetime. Based on the life of the author Kenji Miyazawa, the film depicts his brief but intense existence.

Shiro Sanoas Kenji Miyazawa
Mariko Koudaas Toshi
Chikao Ohtsukaas Kenji's father
Keiichi Fujimuraas Peasant A
Hiroshi Isobeas Kana
Victor Chinas Farmer
Akane Tomonnagaas Seito
Naoko Hiraias Kuni