Directed by: Yoshiyuki Momose
2023
/ 108 minutes
/ PG
“Never disappear, protect each other and never cry”
Studio Ponoc’s new animated feature film The Imaginary is a wondrous adventure that portrays the depths of humanity and creativity through the eyes of young Amanda and her imaginary companion, Rudger, a boy no one can see imagined by Amanda to share her thrilling make-believe adventures. But when Rudger, suddenly alone, arrives at The Town of Imaginaries, where forgotten Imaginaries live and find work, he faces a mysterious threat.
Directed by Studio Ghibli veteran Yoshiyuki Momose and produced and written by twice-Academy Award®-nominated producer Yoshiaki Nishimura, The Imaginary is an unforgettable and emotional journey that delves into the limitless imaginations of children. Hand-drawn, hand-painted and incorporating new light and shadow techniques, this visual feast of a film vividly breathes life into the award-winning novel by A.F. Harrold.
Post-Screening Animation Showcase
If you’ve ever wanted to see your imaginary friend come to life, now’s your chance! In a drawing competition run in collaboration with The Sydney Manga and Anime Show (SMASH!) participants will be able to submit drawings of their imaginary character for the chance to have their creations animated and shown on the big screen, following a session of The Imaginary in Sydney.
Competition Guidelines
Submission Dates: 28 August – 9 September
Submission Guidelines:
How to Submit: Upload your submission via the form at the link here
Event Details
Venue: Palace Norton St
Date: 27 October, 2024 (Sun)
Screening: 14:00 – 16:00
Palace Electric, Canberra
Palace Raine Square, Perth
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Palace Barracks, Brisbane
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The Kino, Melbourne
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Palace Norton Street, Sydney
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Director: Yoshiyuki Momose
Written by: Yoshiaki Nishimura
Cast: Kokoro Terada, Rio Suzuki, Sakura Ando, Riisa Naka, Hana Sugisaki, Takayuki Yamada, Atsuko Takahata, Akira Terao and Issey Ogata
Genre: Adventure, Anime
Language(s): Japanese with English subtitles
Format: DCP colour
Nominee: Best Feature, Annecy International Animated Film Festival