- Director: Mamoru Hosoda
- Year: 2018
Overview
Kun is a four-year-old boy who feels ignored when his parents bring home his new baby sister, Mirai. He throws tantrums to express his frustration at the sudden drop in parental attention. Kun discovers that the familyβs garden allows him to travel through time and meet family members from the past and future. He meets a teenage version of Mirai, his mother as a child, and his grandfather as a young man. These encounters help Kun understand the struggles his family members faced in their own lives. He accepts his role as an older brother, restoring order to the household.
Takeaways
When baby Mirai arrives, Kun feels ignored because his parents are suddenly very busy. His tantrums are just his way of trying to get their attention back. The magic garden lets him meet his family members from different times, which helps him see that they all had struggles of their own. Learning about his family's past helps Kun grow up a bit and change his attitude. The household becomes much happier once Kun accepts his new role as a big brother.