The Deer King

Name: The Deer King
Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation
Released: July 13, 2022
Duration: 120 min
Rating: 58
Cast: Anne, Hisui Kimura, Ryoma Takeuchi, Shin'ichi Tsutsumi

2022

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GKIDS | Release Date: July 13, 2022 | Not Rated

Starring: Anne, Hisui Kimura, Ryoma Takeuchi, Shin'ichi Tsutsumi

Summary: In the aftermath of a brutal war, former soldier Van toils in a mine controlled by the ruling empire. One day, his solitary existence is upended when a pack of wild dogs carrying a deadly and incurable disease attack, leaving only Van and a young girl named Yuna as survivors. Finally free, the pair seek out a simple existence in theIn the aftermath of a brutal war, former soldier Van toils in a mine controlled by the ruling empire. One day, his solitary existence is upended when a pack of wild dogs carrying a deadly and incurable disease attack, leaving only Van and a young girl named Yuna as survivors. Finally free, the pair seek out a simple existence in the countryside but are pursued by nefarious forces. Intent on protecting Yuna at all costs, Van must uncover the true cause of the plague ravaging the kingdom—and its possible cure.… Expand

Director: Masashi Ando and Masayuki Miyaji

Genre(s): Action, Adventure, Animation

Rating: Not Rated

Runtime: 120 min

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Josh Larsen

Jul 12, 2022

The Deer King offers the personal touch of a hero’s journey alongside a more expansive vision of how to live in community. It’s a stunner. Read full review

Rafael Motamayor

Aug 26, 2021

The‌ Deer King may feel familiar to fans of Studio Ghibli, but it’s made with such dedication to the craft and the story that it results in a brand-new experience full of heart and action. Read full review

Carlos Aguilar

Jul 18, 2022

Even if mildly convoluted, The Deer King, a welcomed mature animated feature, nurtures enough admirable ideas and visual panache to command our attention. Read full review

Tara Brady

Jul 29, 2022

The animation remains enchanting and is punctuated by exciting swords-and-sandals action, even if the finished film is not quite the classic we might have anticipated from the talents attached. Read full review

Luke Y. Thompson

Jul 15, 2022

Though the recipe of a feudal setting with fantasy and myth-making elements ought to be strong, the mixture is off, like a handsomely plated sandwich where the ingredients are more bland than anticipated. Read full review

RogerEbert.com Brian Tallerico

Jul 15, 2022

The Deer King looks great (and has a lovely score) but it’s repetitive, predictable, and downright dull. Read full review

The Guardian Phuong Le

Jul 26, 2022

Juggling palace politics, magical animals and medical ethics, The Deer King can’t get over major pacing problems: the emotional moments are not given enough time to land, as the plot rushes to its next world-building intrigue. Read full review

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hk300

May 1, 2023

The Ghibli-esque art and animation are very beautiful and well done. The narrative was simple but well told, tbh I find the critical reactions a little ironic as the movie came out around the same time as Belle in the UK which seemed to be lauded with praise despite having a pretty mediocreThe Ghibli-esque art and animation are very beautiful and well done. The narrative was simple but well told, tbh I find the critical reactions a little ironic as the movie came out around the same time as Belle in the UK which seemed to be lauded with praise despite having a pretty mediocre narrative. The father daughter relationship between Yuna and Van is sweet and warms the heart.… Expand

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Mika9000

Jul 20, 2022

Is great not a lot of people going to like this movie but give it a chance.

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