
Produced by Ishikawa Pro (independent anime studio), Mahou no Chocolate (Magical Chocolate), is an 8 minute and 25 second story about a young school girl, Mami, who has a crush on a popular senior student and wants to let him know this on Valentines day. Her Best friend Koko tells her about the legend of the magical chocolates which will grant the love of a boy. It took Ishikawa Pro 5 months and 1,700 cels to complete this anime.
Directed by —, Magical Chocolate leans on a strong ensemble — Kaori Takemoto, Riko Hirai — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about animation titles of 2001.
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