GKIDS Store— GKIDS Films

Giovanni's Island [Blu-ray]

Giovanni's Island [Blu-ray] - Main image
Giovanni's Island [Blu-ray]Giovanni's Island [Blu-ray]Giovanni's Island [Blu-ray]Giovanni's Island [Blu-ray]Giovanni's Island [Blu-ray]
$17.74 $24.99 In stock

Category: Blu-ray DVD

From Production I.G, the studio behind Ghost in the Shell, and director Mizuho Nishikubo comes the award-winning historical drama Giovanni’s Island, winner of the Satoshi Kon Award at the Fantasia Film Festival.

Brothers Junpei and Kanta live on Shikotan, a tiny fishing island, that has been spared from the devastations of World War II. The two children are named after Giovanni and Campanella from their late mother’s favorite book, Night on the Galactic Railroad, which becomes a source of solace in the aftermath of Japan’s defeat. When Soviet forces arrive with their families to settle on the island, Junpei meets Tanya, the daughter of the commander. Despite their language barrier and growing tension, the children soon form an unlikely friendship.
 

Bonus Features:

  • Making Of
  • Interview with Polina Ilyushenko
  • "Troika" Music Video
  • Art Gallery

Slipcovers are not guaranteed with every order and are available on a first-run basis.

Run-time101 min
Aspect Ratio1.78:1
Release DateFebruary 21, 2023
AudioJapanese, English
RegionA/1
RatingNR
Production Date2014
SubtitlesEnglish, English SDH, Spanish

 



Before you pay

Check the method and total at checkout.

When it ships

Allow for processing time as well as the journey to you.

Standard Shipping: Handling (business days) 0–1; Transit (business days) 7–15.

Express Shipping: Handling (business days) 0–1; Transit (business days) 7–15.

View policy
If you need a refund

Keep your order number and contact the store to start.

Please contact us for the refund processing timeframe before returning an item.

View policy
Delivery costs

Review the cost for your destination and chosen service.

Standard Shipping · United States: $0.00

Express Shipping · United States: $3.99

View policy
Returning an item

Check the return conditions before sending anything back.

United States · Return window (days after delivery): 30. Return method: By mail. Return postage: Seller pays.

View policy

Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Lucy X. ★★★★★

The animation from Production I.G is gorgeous in high definition, every frame of the island landscapes feels crisp and alive. I watched it with the original Japanese audio and the subtitles were clean, which made the historical story hit even harder.

Steven X. ★★★★★

The Satoshi Kon Award win is well deserved—this historical drama stuck with me for days after the credits rolled. Production I.G’s hand-drawn ship sequences and the cold, windswept island scenery give it a weight that most anime films don’t bother with. The Blu-ray’s subtitles are clean and the audi

Olivia ★★★★★

The animation is breathtakingly detailed, especially the soft lighting on the island landscapes, and the emotional story really stayed with me days after watching. As a fan of historical dramas, I was impressed by how the Satoshi Kon Award winner balances personal tragedy with sweeping events, thoug

Related Products