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The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes

Original title: Natsu e no tunnel, Sayonara no deguchi
  • 2022
  • TV-14
  • 1h 25m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
5.2K
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The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes (2022)
Kaoru Tono heard a rumor: The laws of space and time mean nothing to the Urashima Tunnel. If you find it, walk through and you'll find your heart's desire on the other side...in exchange for years of your own life.
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In a sleepy country town, a traumatized boy and a transfer student from Tokyo stumble upon a time-bending tunnel that may grant them their every wish.In a sleepy country town, a traumatized boy and a transfer student from Tokyo stumble upon a time-bending tunnel that may grant them their every wish.In a sleepy country town, a traumatized boy and a transfer student from Tokyo stumble upon a time-bending tunnel that may grant them their every wish.

  • Director
    • Tomohisa Taguchi
  • Writers
    • Mei Hachimoku
    • Tomohisa Taguchi
  • Stars
    • Oji Suzuka
    • Marie Iitoyo
    • Tasuku Hatanaka
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.1/10
    5.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Tomohisa Taguchi
    • Writers
      • Mei Hachimoku
      • Tomohisa Taguchi
    • Stars
      • Oji Suzuka
      • Marie Iitoyo
      • Tasuku Hatanaka
    • 28User reviews
    • 33Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 2 nominations total

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    Trailer 1:28
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    Oji Suzuka
    Oji Suzuka
    • Kaoru Tono
    • (voice)
    Marie Iitoyo
    Marie Iitoyo
    • Anzu Hanashiro
    • (voice)
    Tasuku Hatanaka
    • Shôhei Kaga
    • (voice)
    Arisa Komiya
    • Koharu Kawasaki
    • (voice)
    Haruka Terui
    • Ms. Hamamoto
    • (voice)
    Rikiya Koyama
    Rikiya Koyama
    • Kaoru's Father
    • (voice)
    Seiran Kobayashi
    Seiran Kobayashi
    • Karen Tôno
    • (voice)
    Anna Austin
    Anna Austin
    • Karen Tono
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Shelley Calene-Black
    Shelley Calene-Black
    • Hamamoto
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Elissa Cuellar
    • Additional Voices
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Joe Daniels
    • Additional Voices
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Patricia Duran
    • Anzu Hanashiro
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Shannon Emerick
    Shannon Emerick
    • Anzu's Assistant
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    • …
    Cole Feuchter
    • Additional Voices
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Maggie Flecknoe
    Maggie Flecknoe
    • Koharu Kawasaki
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Scott Gibbs
    Scott Gibbs
    • Syohei Kaga
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Kara Greenberg
    Kara Greenberg
    • Additional Voices
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    John Gremillion
    John Gremillion
    • Kaoru's Father
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    • Director
      • Tomohisa Taguchi
    • Writers
      • Mei Hachimoku
      • Tomohisa Taguchi
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    User reviews28

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    9ranadeavadhut

    A Beautiful and Thought-Provoking Tale of Grief, Love, and Acceptance

    The film is beautifully animated with muted colors that perfectly capture the film's melancholic atmosphere. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the voice acting is top-notch. The film's pacing is slow but deliberate, allowing the viewer to fully immerse themselves in the story.

    The film's central message is that we should cherish the present moment and not dwell on the past. The tunnel represents the temptation to go back in time and change the past, but the film ultimately shows that this is a futile endeavor. The film also explores the power of first love and how it can help us to heal from past trauma.

    Overall, The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes is a beautifully animated and emotionally resonant film that explores themes of grief, loss, and first love. The film is a must-see for fans of anime and coming-of-age stories.

    Here are some of the things that make the film stand out:

    The film's unique premise and setting.

    The film's beautiful animation and muted colors.

    The film's well-developed characters and relatable story.

    The film's slow but deliberate pacing.

    The film's central message about cherishing the present moment.

    Here are some of the things that viewers might not like about the film:

    The film's slow pacing.

    The film's focus on melancholy themes.

    The film's ambiguous ending.

    Overall, The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes is a well-made and emotionally resonant film that is sure to resonate with viewers who are looking for a thoughtful and introspective anime film.
    7Sanjay_Potdar

    A Thrilling and Emotionally Resonant Journey

    The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes is an anime film that masterfully combines mystery, emotion, and stunning visuals into an unforgettable experience. Its unique storytelling hooks you right from the start, building tension and curiosity as the story unfolds.

    Thrilling and Thought-Provoking The film keeps you on edge, with its intriguing premise and unpredictable twists that make you anticipate every moment. As you follow the characters, you can't help but root for them as they navigate their complex emotions and challenges.

    Exceptional Animation The animation is breathtaking, enhancing the immersive experience with vivid visuals and stunning detail. It's a key aspect that keeps you engaged, complementing the film's deep emotional beats and thrilling moments.

    Characters That Stay With You The characters are well-crafted, with personalities that make them easy to connect with. Their growth and choices leave a lasting impression, creating curiosity about what their lives might be like after the credits roll.
    8AnkitSaiyan

    Thrilling, underrated and emotional

    This movie is a hidden gem that is well-directed, animated, straightforward and beautiful story and dialogues. The story begins beautifully with the introduction of a new transfer student, a girl named Anzu Hanashiro. She quickly forms a bond with the main character, Kaoru Tono, and the two of them develop a close friendship.

    The animation and scenery are top-notch, creating a truly atmospheric and immersive experience. The characters are also lovable and easy to get attached to, making the story even more engaging.

    The movie is heartfelt and will make you feel a range of emotions, from sadness to happiness. The gloomy environment and the characters' struggles will tug at your heartstrings, but there are also moments of joy and hope that will leave you feeling uplifted.

    Overall, this is a beautiful and moving film that is sure to stay with you long after you watch it. I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys animated movies with strong emotional stories like kiminonawa, koenokatachi, etc.
    9ninjawizard-07308

    Refreshingly Simple, a Narrative Rarity Not to be Missed

    I watched this film recently on an international flight.

    I found my seat, waved the ground goodbye, and began to peruse the onboard movie catalogue. Hollywood hits, classics, and some foreign one-offs made up 90% of the selection. Then, I stumbled upon one that stood out, one I had not seen (or heard of, frankly) before. Intrigued, I read the brief description. Something along the lines of, "A boy hears rumors about a tunnel that grants wishes, and embarks on a journey to retrieve his deceased sister." Blunt, if not dark, but I decided to give it a chance.

    What followed was an emotional, and beautifully animated, masterpiece that simultaneously maintained a refreshingly simple storyline. The characters are believable, the setting is appropriate, and the ending left me content. To be honest, I had to stifle my tears near the climax.

    In this age of films with confusing narratives that need three or four sequels to make even a lick of sense, I was astounded by how well "The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes" captured the long lost art of telling a satisfying story in 90 minutes. There is joy, there is grief, and there is riveting conflict that makes you cheer on the protagonist.

    Best of all, the movie ties its loose ends. I wouldn't ask for more, and I couldn't ask for less.

    Overall, I can only look back on "The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes" with a warmth in my heart. I'm told a lovely story that doesn't leave me yearning for more, but instead leaves me content. I would highly recommend you watch this with a friend or loved one, and share the happiness of indulging in a fulfilling movie.
    7tomerkh

    Simple. Yet powerful

    Do you have it? That precious thing lost in the fabric of time. That relationship, that person, that experience that you wish you could return to?

    So what would it take, what are you willing to pay, to go back and re live that moment?

    I think this is the main idea the anime attempt to crack. I like this line of thinking since it is something that everyone, EVERYONE, can relate to (we all have those memories we wish we could be part of again). But, it was not the case, at least not for him. The protagonist does not try to relive an experience, He wants to flee from the present into the past, to that same experience he yearns.

    Well, the hatred of the present actually blinded him of what he's going to loose, what he's giving up, and only when he payed the price he understand he should not have done at.

    I find that a really good message, no matter how bad you think your life is, there is always a point of light out there you should try to hold on to.

    The movie, I think, suggests a nice point of view on our life and the way we perceive it, It reminds me "About Time" but from a different angle.

    Although some stuff in the movie felt forced and not genuine (Sometimes it felt that things happened because the story dictated that, and not through natural line of cause and effect) I still enjoyed watching it, and I'm sure that you will too.

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      The English subtitles call Kaoru's budgie a parakeet, which is the American term for budgerigar.
    • Goofs
      The kids leave the tunnel after 108 seconds and state that the time is 4 am. Yet it is daylight.
    • Quotes

      Anzu Hanashiro: I want to see what you see.

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    • Release date
      • September 9, 2022 (Japan)
    • Country of origin
      • Japan
    • Official sites
      • Official English Website
      • Official Twitter
    • Languages
      • Japanese
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Đường Hầm Tới Mùa Hạ, Lối Thoát Của Biệt Ly
    • Production companies
      • Clap Animation Studio
      • Pony Canyon
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $125,067
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $76,473
      • Nov 5, 2023
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,368,806
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 25m(85 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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