Hippo Director's Zoo Diary
カバ園長の動物園日記
Synopsis
Aging zoo keeper Nishiyama Toshio acquires two young trainees: short-tempered former chef Takeshi Ishizawa and gentle vet Ichiro Hasegawa. Both are surprised by the difficulties they face in a deceptively easy job but persevere through troubles such as an escaped pelican, a dying camel, and the birth of a hippo.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Masayuki Akehi
- Screenplay & Story
- Ryuzo Nakanishi
- Original Score
- Nozomi Aoki
- Original Title
- カバ園長の動物園日記
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Toei Animation, Fuji Television Network
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Masayuki Akehi
Ryuzo Nakanishi
Nozomi Aoki
Department Leadership Roster
Masayuki Akehi
Director
Ryuzo Nakanishi
Screenplay
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What is Hippo Director's Zoo Diary about?
Aging zoo keeper Nishiyama Toshio acquires two young trainees: short-tempered former chef Takeshi Ishizawa and gentle vet Ichiro Hasegawa. Both are surprised by the difficulties they face in a deceptively easy job but persevere through troubles such as an escaped pelican, a dying camel, and the birth of a hippo.
Who directed Hippo Director's Zoo Diary?
Hippo Director's Zoo Diary was directed by Masayuki Akehi.
Who stars in Hippo Director's Zoo Diary?
The principal cast of Hippo Director's Zoo Diary includes Fuyumi Shiraishi, Eiko Masuyama, Nagai Ichirou, Joji Yanami, Mugihito.
When was Hippo Director's Zoo Diary released and how long is it?
Hippo Director's Zoo Diary was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Hippo Director's Zoo Diary?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hippo Director's Zoo Diary was composed by Nozomi Aoki.