
Chie the Brat
Directed by Isao Takahata
Produced by TOHO, Tokyo Movie Shinsha
A warm, character-driven family comedy about a resourceful girl navigating her parents' separation while keeping her struggling household afloat.
Chie Takemoto is a dependable girl who struggles to help her troublesome father run a small tavern in Osaka. Unbeknown to her dad, she occasionally visits her mother who left him not too long ago. She plans on trying to reunite them, but not until her father gets a job.
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Is Chie the Brat violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.
Is Chie the Brat scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is Chie the Brat easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Does Chie the Brat end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is Chie the Brat sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
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Like Chie the Brat
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Chie the Brat
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Chie the Brat, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Chie the Brat, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Chie the Brat, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































