Crayon Shin-chan: My Moving Story! Cactus Large Attack!

Crayon Shin-chan: My Moving Story! Cactus Large Attack!

Year: 2015

Runtime: 103 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Masakazu Hashimoto

AnimationComedyAdventure

The Noharas must survive a hoard of man-eating killer cacti after Shin-chan’s father relocates the family to Mexico for work.

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1

Discovery and branch opening

In Madakueruyobaka, a remarkable new cactus species is discovered, its buds producing a craving-worthy honey. Futaba Shouji sees a golden opportunity and announces a branch office of Futaba Shouji there. Hiroshi Nohara is named branch president, prompting his family to relocate from Japan to Mexico.

Pre-festival arrival Madakueruyobaka, Mexico
2

New life in a new country

The Nohara family begins adapting to life in the Mexican town. They sample unfamiliar foods, attempt to learn Spanish, and embrace colorful traditional attire as they mingle with locals. The move marks the start of a cross-cultural chapter for the family.

Soon after relocation Madakueruyobaka
3

Cactus Festival begins

The town hosts a Cactus Festival in the bustling square, drawing both locals and newcomers into a shared celebration. The festival provides a vibrant backdrop for the town’s integration and excitement. This event quickly becomes the focal point of the community.

Festival day early Madakueruyobaka town square
4

Killer cactus makes its entrance

During the festival, one cactus bud blooms into a towering killer cactus, followed by a cluster of smaller cacti that march through the streets. The people panic as the plants attack, creating chaos and fear across the town. The threat shifts from curiosity to immediate danger.

Festival night Town square
5

Escape and collapse

The Mayor and townspeople scramble to escape as danger escalates. In an act of misfortune, the Mayor accidentally triggers an explosion that collapses the town’s only exit. Trapped inside, the community must confront the advancing plant threat.

Crisis moment Madakueruyobaka center
6

Water weakness revealed

The Mayor feeds Shinnosuke during the chaos, and the boy experiences the urge to pee. He discovers that water can defeat the killer cactus when he urinates on a nearby cactus, causing it to wither and die. This moment reveals a crucial clue for salvation.

During the chaos Nearby field
7

Formation of the defense plan

Hiroshi and Misae organize a counterattack, planning to flood the cacti with water. They enlist local allies and begin coordinating a mission to deliver water via a large balloon named Sabo-chan. The community comes together as the Madakueruyobaka Defense Group.

Preparation phase Madakueruyobaka
8

Allies join the plan

Mariacchi and Karorina join the defense effort, lending their support and voice to the operation. The group finalizes roles and refines how to use the town’s water supply to threaten the cacti. Tension rises as the plan moves toward execution.

Preparation phase Madakueruyobaka
9

The water assault begins

The next day the defense team advances with their water-filled balloon mission. The Queen Cactus guards the balloon with thick tentacles, blocking a clean burst and forcing the team to improvise. The battle to douse the giant plant is underway.

Daytime of assault Outside Queen Cactus
10

Shinnosuke’s pivotal moment

During the assault, Shinnosuke is thrown into the air by the plant's lash. He discovers the needle of his KB badge can puncture the balloon, and he seizes the chance to pierce it as he falls back, releasing water that splashes the Queen Cactus.

During the assault Near the Queen Cactus
11

The cactus collapses; survivors revealed

With the balloon punctured, water floods the site and the Queen Cactus withers, causing the cacti that had swallowed people to release their captives. Those inside are revealed to be alive, and the threat quickly begins to vanish.

After the puncture Madakueruyobaka outskirts
12

Peace returns and festival resumes

The threat is neutralized and a sense of peace returns to Madakueruyobaka. The Cactus Festival resumes with renewed resolve and joy as the town embraces its unlikely victory and cultural ties forged during the crisis.

Post-battle Madakueruyobaka town
13

Aftermath and closure

The mysterious cactus species fades from the landscape and Futaba Shouji closes its Mexican branch. Hiroshi is recalled to headquarters in Japan, ending the crisis chapter, but memories of the festival and the defense effort linger.

Aftermath Madakueruyobaka; Futaba HQ
14

Cultural bridge and lasting memory

The experience bridges cultures and brings together a diverse cast of characters, including Sumaho and others who stood with the Nohara family. The community carries forward the spirit of cooperation and resilience that defined the town’s extraordinary adventure.

Aftermath Madakueruyobaka

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