Gauche the Cellist

Gauche the Cellist

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Movie1h 3m

Gauche is a skilled cellist struggling with his craft. During rehearsal, his conductor criticizes him for his poor timing and lack of emotional depth in his playing. Frustrated, he retreats to his quiet cottage to practice. One day, a mysterious cat appears and helps him unlock the deeper essence of music. Over the next four days, other animals guide him-a cuckoo teaches him discipline, a badger reveals the secrets of rhythm, and a mouse shows him the power of tenderness. Through their lessons, Gauche rediscovers his passion and grows into a truly gifted musician. Set against a backdrop of beloved classical pieces, this story blends whimsy and heart, offering something meaningful for viewers of any age.

Overview:

Gauche is a skilled cellist struggling with his craft. During rehearsal, his conductor criticizes him for his poor timing and lack of emotional depth in his playing. Frustrated, he retreats to his quiet cottage to practice. One day, a mysterious cat appears and helps him unlock the deeper essence of music. Over the next four days, other animals guide him-a cuckoo teaches him discipline, a badger reveals the secrets of rhythm, and a mouse shows him the power of tenderness. Through their lessons, Gauche rediscovers his passion and grows into a truly gifted musician. Set against a backdrop of beloved classical pieces, this story blends whimsy and heart, offering something meaningful for viewers of any age.

Japanese:セロ弾きのゴーシュ
Aired:Jan 23, 1982
Duration:1h 3m
Status:Released
Producers: Oh! Production
Director:Isao Takahata
Country: Japan

Characters & Voice Actors

Hideki Sasaki
CharacterGauche (voice)
Voice ActorHideki Sasaki
Fuyumi Shiraishi
CharacterCat (voice)
Voice ActorFuyumi Shiraishi
Kaneta Kimotsuki
CharacterBird (voice)
Voice ActorKaneta Kimotsuki
Kazue Takahashi
CharacterTanuki (voice)
Voice ActorKazue Takahashi
Keiko Yokozawa
CharacterChild Mouse (voice)
Voice ActorKeiko Yokozawa
Ryuji Saikachi
CharacterConcertmaster (voice)
Voice ActorRyuji Saikachi
Masashi Amenomori
CharacterConductor (voice)
Voice ActorMasashi Amenomori
Akiko Takamura
CharacterMother Mouse (voice)
Voice ActorAkiko Takamura