Wolf Children

 

Mamoru Hosoda directed the 2012 Japanese anime film "Wolf Children". A relationship develops between a werewolf and a young college student, Hana. This story revolves around them. Days passed after they got married and two children, Ame and Yuki, were born. Both of them have the ability to become wolves like their father. It is a very difficult time and during that time her husband dies.

When her husband dies, Hana is forced to raise her two children alone, and single parenthood is a major theme that runs throughout the film. Having two children, sometimes human and sometimes wild, she feels the lack of a father very much. Hana successfully fulfills her responsibilities as a mother while facing difficulties. Hana works hard to protect and secure the well-being of her children and live with others. The film portrays the challenges and hardships faced by Hana as a single parent.

The film explores conformity as Ame and Yuki try to fit in with their friends and society. Ame and Yuki are different from the others because they can turn into wolves. They are often ostracized by their peers and bullied. So, they try to get rid of it. This story emphasizes the importance of embracing individuality rather than succumbing to society's conventions.

Identity is a prominent theme in the film, as individuals struggle to find their place in the world. Ame and Yuki are half-human, half-wolf hybrids who struggle to identify with each species. They compare their two identities and choose where they belong. Hana also struggles with her identity, as she must reconcile her human and wolf parts to raise her children.

 Racism is another issue the film tackles, as Ame and Yuki face prejudice due to their wolf skills. They are often viewed as dangerous and face prejudice and discrimination. The video emphasizes the need to embrace people for who they are, regardless of color or ability.

The main theme of the film is the acceptance of strangeness as the characters learn to appreciate their unique talents. Ame and Yuki must learn to embrace their wolf skills and adapt to a society that often does not favor them. Hana must also come to accept her husband's wolf nature and her own wolf identity.

 The film explores expectations as individuals struggle to live up to the expectations of others. Hana must follow social conventions and raise their children in traditional ways.

Ame and Yuki must keep their wolf skills hidden to blend in with their classmates. The film questions these assumptions and asks the protagonists to accept their uniqueness and walk their own path.