What does Totoro mean?

My Neighbor Totoro is a Japanese animated film, which mainly tells the story of two sisters who come to their new home in search of their sick mother's "home". There are some strange creatures living in the Woods near their new home, among which the most important role is the little white dragon "Totoro".

The theme of this film is warm and emotional, which is not only suitable for children to watch, but also reminds adults to pay attention to things neglected in daily life. So, what is the significance of this film?

2. Cherish nature

My Neighbor Totoro has a vast territory and beautiful scenery, which shows the beauty and simplicity of Japanese rural life. The creatures in the film are like my neighbor totoro, which reminds people of the elves in Poké mon Diamonds. In such a beautiful picture, the film appeals to the audience to protect the environment and cherish nature, and human beings should respect everything around them.

In addition, the creatures shown in the film, such as my neighbor totoro and Qiancao, convey not only the ecological significance, but also the Japanese spirit's emphasis on life and careful care for nature.

3. Cherish affection and friendship.

In the movie, Qiancao and Mei Dong moved to a new home because their mother was ill, and they were not used to the new environment, which caused many disasters. The appearance of my neighbor totoro helped them through countless difficulties. All these reflect the relationship between people and animals in the human world, that is, cherish family ties and friendship. Obviously, the affection and friendship shown in "My Neighbor Totoro" are simple and true, and such feelings will certainly touch the hearts of most audiences.

At the same time, the film also reflects that although people and animals are two different creatures, their feelings are the same, so they call on people to live in harmony with animals and love them.

Step 4 return to innocence

In this fast-paced, intelligent and efficient era, people easily lose themselves and don't know what they want. Under the background of a series of folk scenes such as Neighbors of My Totoro, the little girl in the movie has a fresh and refined feeling, and the audience seems to be taken back to a carefree childhood. This also gives the audience a feeling of returning to nature. Sometimes, we feel pure, free and healthy, without noise, secularity and power, which is exactly what My Neighbor Totoro wants to convey to the audience.