Josee, The Tiger And The Fish
Tsuneo, an ordinary college student and avid diver, unexpectedly becomes the caretaker of a wheelchair-bound young woman in order to raise money for this dream to go diving in Mexico. This young woman, who calls herself Josee after her favorite book character, is sullen and demanding, but as Tsuneo helps Josee interact with the outside world and learns more about Josee's unique perspective, their feelings grow into love.
Critic Reviews:
- " With strong animation from a reputable studio, brilliant performances and a delightful score, Josee, The Tiger And The Fish is a touching tale of young love and realising your dreams. " – James Perkins (Starburst)
- " Combining a traditional anime aesthetic with elaborately detailed digital animation, this Japanese drama has a story and characters that instantly grab the imagination. " – Rich Cline (Shadows on the Wall)
- " Heartfelt, unthreatening and rather lovely. " – Cath Clarke (Guardian)