Temporal Truths: 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time'

In this charming feature animation, time travel enables a teenage girl to learn important lessons about life, and about herself. By presenting a narrative that rejects individualism in favour of group harmony, writes Susan Bye, Mamoru Hosoda's film also gives Western viewers important insights into Japan's unique culture.

Additional keywords: New & Notable, middle years, senior secondary, anime, Japanese, science fiction