Grave of the Fireflies

In the midst of World War II, as Allied bombings wreak havoc on Tokyo, a devastating reality unfolds for a family trying to survive. Hisako finds herself suddenly homeless and displaced along with her two children, as they seek refuge in a Kobe suburb to be closer to relatives. Here, they are taken in by Hisako's cousin, Kyoko, only for the war to strike again, this time claiming Kyoko's life and thrusting Hisako into an even more challenging situation.Now tasked with caring for not just her own children but also Kyoko's two young ones, Hisako must grapple with the unthinkable: ensuring they all have enough food amidst scarcity and chaos. As the war persists, this family's resilience and determination to thrive in the face of hardship form the poignant backdrop of a story that explores sacrifice, compassion, and the indomitable human spirit in the darkest of times.