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"One Stormy Night" is one of my favorite anime movies. At first, this could look as a rip-off of "The Fox and the Hound" (Also a good movie) being a story of how two natural enemies became friends, but this movie manages not only to be different, but also to be good as well, telling a beautiful and heartwarming story, with very likable characters. The animation is beautiful, all the movements are very fluid, and the backgrounds have the level of detail of one movie from Studio Ghibli. I know that friendship is one of the main themes of many Japanese animations, but not many are so tender as this movie. "One Stormy Night" have many emotional and dramatic parts, but combines this with humor and optimism, something that made this movie very enjoyable. I recommend this movie to all the animation fans, not only the anime fans. It is a funny and well made animated tale that deserves more appreciation.

'Arashi no yoru ni' is a beautifully rendered animated film. It's a modern fable about wolf and a goat who overcome their natural enmity and become the best of friends.

On a stormy night, (the English translation of the title) Mei, a goat, and Gabu, a wolf, seek temporary shelter in the same barn. The inside of the barn is too dark for them to see each other. Mei thinks Gabu is a goat and, conversely, Gabu thinks Mei is a wolf. They strike up a friendly conversation and find they have very much in common. They agree to meet for lunch the next day at the same place. When they do meet in the light of day, the truth of the matter becomes mutually apparent. Instead of letting their instincts take over, they have a laugh about the mistake and agree to go to lunch together anyway.

As animation goes, this is a top-notch production. The backgrounds are colorful and detailed. More remarkable, the moving foregrounds are also detailed and rendered with subtle shades. As a story goes, it is a better than average presentation of the "your enemy isn't so bad if you get to know him" theme. There is a slight problem with the scenario, however.

Whenever the two meet, they tend to show great interest in each other. It's an attempt, within the short time constraints of the film, to depict how a strong friendship can develop between traditional enemies. From a child's-eye view, the connection between the two can be seen at face value--the two become good friends. From the perspective of a more jaundiced adult, the friendship seemed to me to have an unintended layer of sexuality. For me, it got in the way of the story.

Nonetheless, this is an excellent effort well worth watching. Presently, it is available on DVD in Japan without English subtitles. Keep your eye out for a US release of a film entitled something like, "On a Stormy Night." I give this film a 7.

This movie melt down my heart, I think it was a pure movie about true friendship.

I actually didn't feel it as a romance, but I've read some people did, and I can see why. I think this is just my interpretation of the movie, but still, the relationship between Gabu and Mei was sweet and beautiful.

The animation was surprisingly good, being a 2005 movie. I was very satisfied and the backgrounds were just incredible! The designs of the goats and wolves were also fantastic.

The story is simple, but very entertaining, with a final act that is very different from what I expected.

Overall, a very cute movie, I'd definetly watch it again and recommend.

So yes, this is "Fox and the Hound" but instead it is "Goat and the Wolf". This film has a clearer focus than "Fox and the Hound". The story doesn't keep cutting to show two birds chasing after a caterpillar. This gives the two unlikely friends more time together to bond and form a believable friendship. On the negative side, this film escalates things too quickly. It is harder to believe these two as friends. The Fox and Hound are both young enough when they meet that I can believe instincts haven't kicked in. But here, the two are already more mature and their friendship feels more unrealistic. But really, who is asking for realism in a story like this? It is heartwarming and it is so sweet you might get diabetes.

Arashi no Yoru Ni is a wonderful tale. It's well written, beautiful animation that I haven't seen since Akira, great voice talents, a nice ending, and it was kid friendly without being cheesy.

Admitedly the odds of a wolf and a goat being friends are practically zero, but after seeing a lioness take care of a gazelle there's really nothing to far-fetched about it. The friendship between Gabu and Mei was a strong bond that was able to get them through even life threatening situations throughout the film. I will grant, many anime tend to show a bond of friendship being close to that of guy love, and Arashi no Yoru Ni isn't an exception, but it's easy to look past that. I actually got a tear in my eye when I though Gabu had died.

What stunned me most was the animation. The colors in the film were vibrant, the shadows and highlights were smooth and easy moving without seeming like paint, and the backgrounds looked as if they had been drawn by Da Vinci himself.

If you want a good story that is fairly kid friendly without being cheesy, wonderful animation and some lovable characters, Arashi no Yoru Ni is right for you.

This movie is something of a real rarity at the time of this review being made. There really hasn't been a movie like this that can capture the hearts of those who watch it so easily and yet almost 5 years after release it still hasn't been seen by most of the world officially outside of Asia.

But when the time comes where the movie will be officially available worldwide, I'm certain this will be a new children's classic for generation to generation. You may think I'm over-exaggerating these words to get more people to see it, but I couldn't be more honest even if I tried.

"Arashi No Yuru Ni", or "One Stormy Night", is by far and beyond the best non-franchise, non-Ghibli anime movie you could possibly see. Released in 2005 and based on the phenomenally successful Japanese children's book of the same name, the story is about a goat and a wolf who accidentally met each other in a barn during a heavy thunderstorm. It was too dark for them to see each other at the time and they couldn't even smell each other to know what creature they are because they started suffering pretty bad colds. The next day, they decide to meet each other and from then on, after knowing what they are and accepting who they are, they end up having to make unbelievable sacrifices in order to remain friends.

There is way, way more to this story but the story is so well weaved- together and so intelligently-written that it would be cruel to say anything more about it to those who haven't seen it. Nothing of the story feels lacking in anything but at the same time nothing seems like it's going for too much. The entire plot evolves naturally, but is such an incredible story that you very easily emote to the main characters as if they are living, breathing creatures and that whatever happens, you'll be on the edge of your seat hoping for the best for both Gabu (the wolf) and Mei (the goat).

The animation is beautiful, it's similar to that of "The Snowman" in that it captures storybook art so well but coupled with such a great story it really immerses you into the world of the movie quite well. At the same time, it's an art style that'll appeal to everybody. Nothing is absolute cliché-anime but it's also not terrifyingly-realistic neither. Music is beautiful as well, definitely mirrors the beauty of the movie really well but also compliments the most emotional of scenes without being too over-the-top.

Some of the lines are overly-simplistic and repetitive in some certain scenes, but it really doesn't get in the way of the enjoyment of this movie too much and it's only a very minor complaint.

This really is the perfect animated movie for families to watch. And it's one of the very rare movies I've seen recently that legitimately almost made me cry and I can safely say that if no one who sees this movie and emotes with the characters so much cries in the last few scenes, I pity them.

Any opportunity you can, please check this out. You really won't regret it!

• Eric.

9/10

When I was a high school studeent, I went to a theater with my older brother, an adult perfectly. I was touched, but he cried more than me. So I was put off by his crying lol. But I thought it was definitely a good story about life and friendship.

This movie can be considered a piece of art, not thanks to the outstanding background renderings or the beautiful voice acting, but for all the different messages that you may get from it. I really believe this movie will at least touch you with something.

I think kids might enjoy this one but I sincerely believe they won't be able to get as much as an adult would be able to; so yes, this is an animated movie but that doesn't mean it's only meant to be watched by kids.

It's a definite "must watch" for those who like movies that contain deep messages rather than those which are only shown in the shallow area of the images. Really one of the best and very worthy animated films I have watched.

It's one of those films that must be watched without having any idea of what the main theme is, just let the things unfold before your eyes and let the environment and atmosphere of the scenes get to you. Otherwise you won't enjoy it as much as the whole team who participated on the creation wants you to enjoy it, for your mind would be already expecting things, resulting in a lack of suspense.

An enchanting tale of two characters, enemies by nature, but friends in heart. Shows that even the most impossible of friendships can work out if you only believe it can.This movie will show you how true friendship never gives up, is self sacrificing, and never ever is forgotten. One Stormy night is 100X better than anything animated Disney has been chucking out the past few years. The very revival of Classic animation with a fresh story and two characters that will stay with you long after the movie ends. Leaves you with a satisfying ending but you'll wish for more. In my opinion the best animated film since "The Lion King" A MUST SEE!

This, now, is by far, my favourite movie.

I originally found it on TvTropes looking for a gay romance, hopefully in the Anime category. This seemed to fit, although whether it is a romance or a friendship is somewhat ambiguous. However, considering that "The moon is beautiful, isn't it?" signifies love in Japanese literature, combines with the amount Mei and Gabu talk about the moon, and all of the giggling and blushing when they meet, I do not think considering it a romance is far fetched at all. Anyway, I decided to watch it, expecting it to be good. Surprisingly, it was on YouTube, which was a nice benefit itself!

This movie was not just good though, but probably my favourite movie of all time! I usually don't cry during movies, but this one caused me to cry approximately four times. The emotional cycle is crazy! This film is amazing, and heart breaking, and heart warming, and just plain beautiful! The animation is beautiful too; character design is great, the landscapes are beautiful, and especially when the lightening scares Mei and Gabu, it is very expressive.

This was such a good movie, that I just had to write a long review on it, as I just couldn't get the sheer quality out of my head! That's how good this movie was in my opinion! If you haven't watched it, please do! I have not seen a better film in my entire life, and have barely even seen any comparable ones! This film, quite simply, is amazing!

This film is very good and makes our hearts calm. This film is a very rare film and people rarely make this series of films. This film is very good to watch with your family.

This, now, is by far, my favourite movie.

I originally found it on TvTropes looking for a gay romance, hopefully in the Anime category. This seemed to fit (although whether it is a romance or a friendship is somewhat ambiguous), and I decided to watch it, expecting it to be good. Surprisingly, it was on YouTube, which was a nice benefit itself.

This was not just good though, but probably my favourite movie of all time, hence this rambling and praising review!

I usually don't cry during movies. This one caused me to cry approximately four times.

This even goes beyond movies like Spirited Away for me at the moment at least, and by quite a margin. This movie, quite simply is amazing.

It's amazing, and heart breaking, and heart warming, and just plain beautiful! I can't stop praising this film!

I consider this a romance rather than a friendship myself, btw, because for one, it makes it more relatable for me, and secondly, because there a clear romantic signs like "The moon is beautiful, isn't it?" which apparently signifies love in Japanese literature, and the blushing and giggling. It's largely up to interpretation however. The gender of Mei was originally up to interpretation too, actually, but revealed later. But either way, this film is amazing! If you haven't watched it, please do! I have not seen a better film in my entire life, and have barely even seen any comparable ones!

This was such a good movie, that I just had to write a long review on it, even if it is kind of rambly and doesn't contain much actual information. That's how good this movie was in my opinion!

This movie is unbelievably charming and cute.

It's about the friendship between a wolf and a little goat. The wolf defends the little goat from his wolf friends.... and you can really believe they love one another!

But the movie does deal with more adult themes too. It keeps you caring about what happens to the characters throughout.

The production values are quite good and the characters themselves have quite a wide range of expressions. The designs for the wolves don't look like typical anime designs. And the plot is less convoluted than most anime. I wouldn't show it to the youngest children as there is some mild violence and threat. I think it'd be rated PG.

But anyway You have to see it!

It was unusual that I stumbled upon this film by accident while looking for an almost similar story called The Ringing Bell, and, after watching both films, I have concluded that, in my opinion, this film is superior.

The tale of the friendship between these two is enough to enchant and touch anyone, and, being an animation student, I found the animation style wonderful and refreshing.

The acting is great. Adorable, in Mei's case, and hilarious in Gabu's. They really bring the characters to life, and actually make their friendship believable and heartwarming. Their friendship stands firm throughout the trials they're put through, and they prove that true friendship can never be destroyed, no matter how many other people object to it and try to stop it from happening.

Really, if you can get a hold of this film, do it, and watch it! If your kids can and will read the English subtitles, then let them watch it! Warning though, there is some violence and scary scenes.

Personally, Gabu's my favorite, being the way he is. He reminds me so much of myself. And I'm sure you who'll watch and enjoy this film will find a piece of yourself in one of the characters, guaranteed.

When I saw the cover of this movie, it just look like usual kid friendly film about friendship. But after I watched this movie, it's suprisingly entertaining even for adults.

The character is very well-written. They have their own unique personality. And It's full of drama, comedy, and adventure. I recommend this film to kids and adults who like that kind of film. If you don't like that genres, I suggest you should avoid this film because it has a lot of emotional moments and plot twists.

This is a great movie with unique animation and interesting characters. I would highly recommend it. Just stay away for the English dub as it censors the film, getting rid of all the gay allegories, making it more heterosexual.