The Insect Story: The Last Hatch” is a touching animated adventure produced by Tatsunoko Productions in 1970.
Separated from his mother by a wasp attack, Hutch, a young honeybee, sets out on a journey to find her.
In the vast nature, Hutch meets many insects and develops friendships with them, but sometimes faces betrayal and harsh realities.
His struggles to survive with his small body struck a chord with viewers and brought tears to their eyes. Hutch’s journey is never easy and he is at the mercy of the laws of nature and the threat of wasps, but his strong feelings of love for his mother sustain him.
This work, which depicts the preciousness of life, the bond between parent and child, and mutual help among friends, deeply moved not only children but also adults, and has been passed down through the generations as a masterpiece in the history of Japanese animation.
Story
THE ADVENTURES OF HUTCHI
THE HONEYBEE
Profile
author
Hideo Aya
©Tatsunoko Productions
Since its founding in 1962, the company has been releasing numerous masterpieces since the dawn of Japanese animation. With its motto of "Dream-filled stories forever," its unique characters and memorable stories are etched in the memories of many people, from children to adults. With the same unwavering passion, the company will continue to deliver new excitement to the world.