Grave of the Fireflies:  Questions for Class Discussion
1.  COuld what happened to Seita and Setsuko happen in our country today?  Why or Why Not?







2.  Who showed the children the most kindness?  Who was the cruelest to them?  Give reasons for your answers.







3.  Does this film change the way you look at World War II?  Why or why not?  In what way has it changed, or verified your outlook?





4.  What effect did war have on the following social instiutions:  families, schools/education, economy, society as a whole?





5.  What is the theme of this film?  What message is the director and writer trying to get across? 






6.  What happens to Seita and Setsuko's father? 





7.  What can we do to make sure that what happened to Seita and Setsuko does not happen here and now? 






8.  Could anything have been done to help the children?   Who is responsible for them?





9.  Did pride play a role in the fate of Seita and Setsuko?  Why or why not?





10.  How does this film compare to others you've seen, animated or otherwise?





11.  Would you show this film to your own kids, or younger family members?  Why or why not?





13.  Tell me your reaction to this film.  Explain how you came to the conclusions you came to.