(1993) | Ocean Waves

(1993), originally titled Umi ga Kikoeru ("I Can Hear the Sea"), is a unique entry in the Studio Ghibli catalog. Unlike the studio's more famous fantasy epics, it is a grounded, low-key coming-of-age drama that originally aired as a television movie . Overview

Told through flashbacks, college student Taku Morisaki recalls his final year of high school in Kochi City , marked by the arrival of a beautiful but difficult transfer student from Tokyo, Rikako Muto.

An academically gifted student who struggles to adjust to life outside of Tokyo, often acting out or isolating herself from her classmates. Ocean Waves (1993)

According to IMDb's Parents Guide , the film is rated for thematic material:

The grounded protagonist who often finds himself caught between his loyalties and his growing feelings for Rikako. (1993), originally titled Umi ga Kikoeru ("I Can

Realistic and nostalgic, focusing on the subtle emotional friction between friends and the awkwardness of teenage romance. Key Characters

Taku's best friend, who is the first to fall for Rikako, creating the central love triangle . Parent's Guide & Content An academically gifted student who struggles to adjust

Features scenes of underage drinking (rum and cola) and some smoking.