I Want to Eat Your Pancreas 2018
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What is I Want to Eat Your Pancreas?
The film "I Want to Eat Your Pancreas" is a story about a high school student. The student's classmate is diagnosed with a serious pancreatic disease.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 108 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 1, 2018
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- Japan
- Studios
- ABC Animation, Aniplex, jeki
- Revenue
- $33,748,006
- Genres
- Animation, Drama, Romance
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Overview
The film "I Want to Eat Your Pancreas" is a story about a high school student. The student's classmate is diagnosed with a serious pancreatic disease. This diagnosis prompts the student to take action. The student's actions are motivated by a personal connection to the classmate, described as a crush. The classmate's condition is a pancreatic disease, but the specific type is not specified. The student's goal is to make the most of the classmate's final days. The story revolves around the student's efforts to do so. The film explores themes related to mortality, relationships, and personal growth. The student's actions are driven by a desire to cherish the time they have left with the classmate. The film presents a poignant and emotional portrayal of the student's experiences.
Should you watch it?
“A shy teen learns to cherish life after his crush’s terminal diagnosis.”
- Emotionally resonant storytelling
- Stunning hand-drawn animation
- A tender exploration of friendship and love
- Themes of illness and mortality may be heavy for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate gentle, heartfelt stories about young love confronting loss.
The film deals with terminal illness and emotional loss, making it more suitable for mature teens and adults.
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Frequently asked questions
What genre does the film belong to?
It is an animated drama romance that also functions as a coming‑of‑age story.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 48 minutes.
Is the film based on any prior work?
Yes, it is adapted from a Japanese light novel.
What language is the original version in?
The original language of the film is Japanese.
Who are the central characters?
The story follows an average high‑school boy and his classmate Sakura, who is diagnosed with a pancreatic disease.