Movie
Description
"Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle" centers on Koko, a young boy raised by the Mythical Pokémon Zarude in the depths of the Okoya Forest. Koko believes himself to be a Zarude, unaware of his human origins, and lives in harmony with the jungle and its Pokémon inhabitants. The story begins when Koko encounters Ash Ketchum and Pikachu, who are investigating strange occurrences in the forest. Their meeting sets off a chain of events that challenges Koko’s understanding of his identity and the delicate balance of the jungle.

The forest faces a threat from Dr. Zed, a scientist seeking to exploit the jungle’s resources for his own gain. Dr. Zed’s actions endanger the ecosystem, prompting Koko, Ash, and their Pokémon allies to unite in protecting their home. As the conflict escalates, Koko discovers the truth about his past, including his connection to a human family and the circumstances that led to his upbringing by Zarude. This revelation forces him to reconcile his dual identity as both human and protector of the jungle.

The narrative explores themes of belonging, environmental conservation, and the bond between humans and Pokémon. Koko’s journey is intertwined with the struggles of the jungle’s inhabitants, emphasizing the importance of coexistence and respect for nature. The film culminates in a climactic battle where Koko, Ash, and Zarude confront Dr. Zed, ultimately restoring peace to the forest. Through its action-packed sequences and emotional depth, "Secrets of the Jungle" delivers a story that highlights the interconnectedness of all living beings and the enduring spirit of unity.
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Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle
劇場版ポケットモンスター ココ
Type: Movie
Date: 12/25/2020
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Staff
  • Director
    Tetsuo Yajima
  • Storyboard
    Tetsuo Yajima
  • Music
    Shinji Miyazaki
    Rei Ishizuka
    Shota Kageyama
    Kenta Higashiohji
  • Character Design
    Hirotaka Marufuji
  • Chief Animation Director
    Hirotaka Marufuji
    Yasushi Nishiya
  • Mechanical design
    Shintarō Nagisa
  • Cgi Director
    Tetsuya Kubota
    Ryota Itoh
  • Executive producer
    Junya Okamoto
    Hidenaga Katakami
  • Screenplay
    Atsuhiro Tomioka
    Tetsuo Yajima
  • Unit Director
    Masakatsu Iijima
    Wataru Nakagawa
    Yoshitaka Makino
    Tetsuya Wakano
    Jun Ōwada
    Tetsuo Yajima
    Tomoe Makino
    Jōji Shimura
  • Original Concept
  • Art Director
    Katsumi Takao
  • Animation Director
    Satoshi Hirayama
    Shinichi Yoshino
    Tadaaki Miyata
    Takayuki Shimura
    Akiko Nakata
    Takuji Mogi
    Saka Ikeda
    Kanako Ono
    Eri Kojima
    Shinobu Ookawa
    Yūri Ichinose
    Satoshi Nakano
    Akihiko Oka
    Miwa Katayama
    Miyako Ōta
    Yasushi Nishiya
    Osamu Murata
    Yōko Kadokura
    Fumina Nishino
  • Sound Director
    Masafumi Mima
  • Director of Photography
    Ryō Kujirai
  • Producer
    Satoshi Shimohira
    Ayaka Sekiguchi
    Rui Kawaguchi
    Yuta Uchiyama
Production
  • Animation Production
    OLM
  • Production
    OLM
    Shogakukan
    Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions
    TOHO
    East Japan Marketing & Communications, Inc.
    Takara Tomy
    TV Tokyo
    The Pokémon Company
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