Okko's Inn
Synopsis
After reluctantly being dragged to a festival at her parents' rural hometown, Oriko "Okko" Seki must face her sudden harsh reality: the death of both of her parents in a car accident shortly after they arrive. Now, Okko must live at her grandmother's traditional hot springs inn, which she is surprised to find is occupied by the ghost of a barefoot child. He encourages Okko to follow in her grandmother's footsteps and prepare to inherit the inn. Initially, Okko struggles to keep up with the responsibilities of the inn and the accommodation of guests. However, her parents told her that an inn is welcoming for everyone, and she strives to honor their memory. After discovering a few other spirits around the village, Okko learns that even though her parents are gone, she does not have to be lonely. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The audience generally appreciates the movie's heartwarming story, beautiful animation, and exploration of grief and healing. However, some find issues with character development, unrealistic portrayals of trauma, and inconsistent integration of certain elements. Despite these criticisms, the film is largely viewed as a touching and worthwhile experience, especially for those seeking a family-friendly movie with emotional depth.
Strengths
- Beautiful animation and scenery
- Heartwarming story about growth and overcoming loss
- Well-balanced mix of happy and sad moments
- Good representation of how kids deal with trauma
Weaknesses
- Some characters feel out of place or underdeveloped
- Character behavior after trauma is unbelievable
- Art style could be better for a 2018 movie
- Movie awkwardly deals with grief