So, robots do not have feelings? What if, it is a robot that is
controlled by a live boy?
It is the time near future. Twelve-year-old Satoru has gone into
withdrawal following the death of his mother in a car accident. The
story begins with him steering HINOKIO, a two-legged remote control
robot his scientist father has invented, to school. It is through
operating Hinokio from his room that Satoru gradually opens up to
others. Through the eyes of Hinokio, Satoru finds out about real
life and friendship, and discovers his first love. However, soon
Satoru faces the fact that the robot gives only a simulation of
experience, and he must go out into the real world himself in order
to feel the reality.
Hinokio come to life on screen, showing a range of human emotions,
and presents a moving story with a positive and powerful
message.
Release Date 15 September
2005