JAPAN U RIJECI: Dječak i čaplja (The Boy and the Heron)

JAPAN IN RIJEKA: The Boy and the Heron Rijeka audiences, get ready for a truly magical cinematic experience! As part of the long-running Japan in Rijeka programme, organised by Peek&Poke Museum, we're bringing you the internationally acclaimed masterpiece that has captivated audiences and critics around the world. 📅 Thursday, 17 September 2026 🕗 8:00 PM 📍 Filodrammatica Hall 🎟️ Ticket price: €5 Please note: Seating is not numbered, and tickets are limited to 90. About the film The Boy and the Heron is a moving and visually breathtaking story about coming of age, loss, and acceptance. The film follows young Mahito, who, after the death of his mother, moves to the countryside where a mysterious grey heron leads him into a hidden fantasy world where the boundaries between life and death begin to disappear. A deeply personal and semi-autobiographical work, the film combines extraordinary imagination, rich symbolism, and profound emotion into an unforgettable cinematic journey. About the director Behind this visual triumph is the legendary Hayao Miyazaki—co-founder of the iconic Studio Ghibli and one of the most celebrated filmmakers in the history of Japanese animation, known for masterpieces such as Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and Howl's Moving Castle. Although he had previously announced his retirement, Miyazaki returned to spend years handcrafting this remarkable film. His signature artistry, love of nature, and timeless humanist themes make The Boy and the Heron…