Chuu Chuu
“When blood is the only tie, are two family?”
Synopsis
Taking its title from the Japanese onomatopoeia for bird sound, this is a lyrical, dream-like portrait of the director's grandmother, her fear of flying, and her connection with avian beings.
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- Director
- Mackie Mallison
- Screenplay & Story
- Mackie Mallison
- Original Score
- Lucas Powers
- Original Title
- Chuu Chuu
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
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Mackie Mallison
Mackie Mallison
Lucas Powers
Mackie Mallison
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Mackie Mallison
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Mackie Mallison
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Mackie Mallison
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chuu Chuu
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What is Chuu Chuu about?
Taking its title from the Japanese onomatopoeia for bird sound, this is a lyrical, dream-like portrait of the director's grandmother, her fear of flying, and her connection with avian beings.
Who directed Chuu Chuu?
Chuu Chuu was directed by Mackie Mallison.
Who stars in Chuu Chuu?
The principal cast of Chuu Chuu includes Isamu Ruffler, Ayako Hiwatashi.
When was Chuu Chuu released and how long is it?
Chuu Chuu was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Chuu Chuu?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Chuu Chuu was composed by Lucas Powers.