The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie
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The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie
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The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie is an anime drama about teen romance that features multidimensional characters dealing with complex family dynamics. In this finale to the TV show of the same name, Futaro and the five Nakano sisters are part of a romantic "triangle," with all five sisters crushing on Futaro. The characters briefly kiss -- sometimes without the recipient's consent (e.g., he's sleeping or taken by surprise). Other than the romance, a central part of the plot is the sisters' coming to terms with their family history. Young children grieve their mothers' death in a flashback. A character is unexpectedly confronted by her biological father in a tense, emotional moment; other trusted adults support and protect this character by intervening. Overall, the movie shows the characters' development into more mature and confident young adults who are supportive of their friends and siblings.
What's the Story?
In THE QUINTESSENTIAL QUINTUPLETS MOVIE, which serves as the series finale to the show of the same name, Futaro (voiced by Josh Grelle in the English dub) finally responds to the Nakano sisters' confessions of love. Their last high school cultural festival is approaching, and Futaro tries to make it fun for everyone; at its end, he'll choose one of the girls. During the festival planning, the sisters grapple with their family past and their individual futures. They reflect on how they've grown since meeting Futaro and make decisions about college and career paths.
Is It Any Good?
This heart-warming finale to The Quintessential Quintuplets wraps up the story with multidimensional characters, emotional depth, and compelling subplots. Fast-paced but satisfying, The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie gives each Nakano sister featured screen time to showcase her growth as a character. Although the central conflict is about love and heartbreak, the girls also deal with personal insecurities and complex family issues that make them more than just romantic objects for the male protagonist. The story handles sensitive topics with care, and the characters' life choices for the future are all portrayed positively -- even when that means not going to college, or taking nontraditional career paths. Overall, the storytelling is engaging, the conflicts are relatable, and the final reveal of who Futaro ends up marrying is a sweet, romantic conclusion.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about growing up. What options do kids have for the future after schooling? How can kids decide which path to take? What can they do when they feel overwhelmed or uncertain?
Talk about family relationships. How can you support a friend who has lost a parent or who's struggling to connect with a parent? What adults can you turn to for support when dealing with family issues?
How do the characters show compassion and kindness? How do these traits help them have better relationships with friends and siblings?
TV Details
- Premiere date: December 4, 2022
- Cast: Felecia Angelle, Bryn Apprill, Tia Ballard
- Genre: Drama
- Topics: Brothers and Sisters, Friendship, High School
- TV rating: NR
- Last updated: December 21, 2022
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