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Poupelle of Chimney Town (2021) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2021 · 100 min · Japanese
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Directed by
Yusuke Hirota
Starring
Shingo Fujimori, Masataka Kubota, Jun Kunimura, Sairi Itô, Mana Ashida, Eiko Koike

In the soot-covered Chimney Town, Lubicchi, a young man with a thirst for knowledge, dreams of uncovering the truth behind his father’s stories of the mysterious "stars." During a magical Halloween night, he encounters Poupelle, a unique protector of discarded items and the town's refuse. Together, they embark on an adventure to discover the secrets of the stars and challenge the traditions that have long defined their world, revealing a surprising connection between the town and the sky above.

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  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (15)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Every angle
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15 events in order · contains spoilers

Poupelle of Chimney Town Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of Poupelle of Chimney Town (2021) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Chimney Town Shrouded in Smoke

    As the thick smoke envelops Chimney Town, the people are filled with fear and uncertainty. Whispers of obscured stars circulate among the townsfolk, but they dismiss them as mere tales.

    When
    Halloween Day
    Where
    Chimney Town

  2. Birth of Poupelle

    From the nearby landfill, an unexpected entity emerges, born from the refuse and possessing a budding consciousness. This peculiar being captures the attention of Lubichi, setting the stage for an extraordinary journey.

    When
    Halloween Day
    Where
    Landfill

  3. Lubichi Seeks Help

    Desperate for assistance, Lubichi, the son of Bruno, seeks refuge with the Inquisitors. However, irony strikes as he finds himself fleeing from the very authority he turned to for protection.

    Where
    Chimney Town

  4. Meeting the Thief

    On his journey, Lubichi encounters Scoop, a loquacious thief. They strike a deal, agreeing to three cherished wishes, with their first goal being to escape the oppressive smoke that blankets their city.

    Where
    Chimney Town

  5. Daring Escape

    In a dramatic turn of events, Lubichi and Scoop make their escape, marked by a powerful explosion that propels them towards newfound freedom. This moment signifies the beginning of their adventurous quest.

    Where
    Chimney Town

  6. Memories of Bruno

    Reflecting on his past, Lubichi recalls the bracelet crafted by his father, Bruno, which is filled with wisdom about the mysteries of smoke. This token becomes essential for his journey toward truth and self-discovery.

  7. Poupelle's Disguise

    As Lubichi begins his quest to find Poupelle, he struggles between wanting to protect his new friend and the burdens of being a chimney sweep. He cleverly disguises Poupelle, introducing him to the perils of chimney climbing.

    Where
    Chimney Town

  8. Tales of Bruno

    Poupelle finds himself among a group of children, who share stories of Lubichi and the tragic tale of Bruno's demise at the hands of monstrous creatures. This narrative haunts Poupelle, deepening his bond with Lubichi.

    Where
    Chimney Town

  9. Confrontation with Antonio

    Tensions rise as a confrontation occurs between Lubichi and Antonio, one of the children. This altercation stems from blame directed at Poupelle for a surge of asthma cases plaguing the town.

    Where
    Chimney Town

  10. Dangerous Interrogations

    Returning home, Lubichi is confronted by the sight of Inquisitors interrogating his mother. Her desperate plea for him to obey the law weighs heavily on him, reigniting the fear of losing another loved one.

    Where
    Lubichi's Home

  11. Dan's Fall

    In the aftermath of chaos, a local named Dan suffers a terrible fall, nearly captured by authorities. His critical condition sends shockwaves through the town, emphasizing the dangers imposed by the Inquisitors.

    Where
    Chimney Town

  12. Revealing the Truth

    Scoop reveals to Lubichi a profound truth about his identity as Bruno's son. This revelation brings clarity about the city’s tumultuous history, igniting a renewed sense of purpose in Lubichi's quest.

  13. Constructing the Bomb

    Determined to fight back, Lubichi and his companions begin constructing a bomb on a sunken ship. Their secret operation is fraught with tension as they navigate the looming presence of the Inquisitors.

    Where
    Sunken Ship

  14. The Explosion

    In a climactic moment, Lubichi detonates the bomb, leading to a brilliant explosion that fills the sky with stars. The citizens of Chimney Town are transformed by the sight of the starry expanse, awakening hope.

    Where
    Chimney Town

  15. A New Legacy

    With the smoke clearing and stars visible, citizens of Chimney Town resolve to abandon smoke production. As Poupelle embarks on his journey, Lubichi reflects on the profound impact of their struggles and triumphs.

    Where
    Chimney Town

Last updated: November 22, 2024 at 11:01

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Timeline questions answered

Poupelle of Chimney Town Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of Poupelle of Chimney Town (2021): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

What is Poupelle and how was he created?

Poupelle is a unique creature born from the refuse and garbage at the town's landfill. He emerges on Halloween Day with a budding consciousness, making him unlike any ordinary being in Chimney Town. His existence represents the movie's theme that even discarded things can have value and purpose.

  • poupelle
  • creation
  • refuse
  • garbage
  • creature
  • landfill
Q2

Why is Chimney Town constantly covered in thick smoke?

The smoke is produced by the town's industry and has been a part of their daily life for generations. The citizens have accepted it as normal, even dismissing whispers about the stars they cannot see. The smoke serves as both a literal and metaphorical barrier between the townspeople and the truth about their world.

  • smoke
  • chimney town
  • pollution
  • industry
  • fog
Q3

What happened to Lubichi's father Bruno?

Bruno, Lubichi's father, died at the hands of monstrous creatures after leaping from the infamous Forbidden Cliff. The children in the town share this tragic story, which haunts Poupelle when he learns he has inherited Bruno's reputable tailoring business. Bruno left behind a bracelet filled with wisdom about the mysteries of smoke.

  • bruno
  • father
  • death
  • forbidden cliff
  • monsters
  • lubichi
Q4

What is the significance of the bracelet Bruno gave Lubichi?

The bracelet crafted by Bruno contains wisdom about the mysteries of smoke and becomes essential for Lubichi's journey toward truth and self-discovery. Poupelle accidentally discovers the bracelet resides within himself during his quest to uncover the mystery behind it. The bracelet serves as a connection between Lubichi and his father's legacy.

  • bracelet
  • bruno
  • gift
  • smoke
  • wisdom
  • lubichi
Q5

Who is Silvio Letter and what was his economic system?

Silvio Letter was an economist from over 250 years ago who created "L," a unique decaying currency designed to foster harmony and combat the chaos caused by rampant capitalism. His solution clashed with the Central Bank, leading to his arrest and a return to economic chaos, which explains the town's oppressive systems.

  • silvio letter
  • l currency
  • economics
  • capitalism
  • central bank
  • history
Q6

Why are the Inquisitors after Lubichi?

The Inquisitors represent the authoritarian authority in Chimney Town that maintains control through fear and suppresses any form of heresy. Lubichi becomes a target after seeking their help, only to find himself fleeing from them. His association with Poupelle, a being born from refuse, is considered heretical in their society.

  • inquisitors
  • authority
  • chase
  • heresy
  • lubichi
  • police
Q7

How does Lubichi's bomb clear the smoke to reveal the stars?

Lubichi uses smokeless explosives obtained from Scoop to create a massive explosion that clears the thick smoke covering Chimney Town. In the climactic moment, Lubichi detonates the bomb on a sunken ship, creating a brilliant explosion that unveils the starry sky for all citizens to witness, literally and figuratively enlightening the town.

  • bomb
  • explosion
  • smoke
  • stars
  • sky
  • clear
  • chubichi
Q8

What happens to Poupelle at the end of the movie?

At the end of the movie, after the stars are revealed and Chimney Town is transformed, Poupelle returns Lubichi's hat and embarks on his own journey. He releases his essence into the universe, choosing to leave rather than stay. This departure represents his growth and the natural conclusion of his character arc.

  • poupelle
  • departure
  • ending
  • universe
  • essence
  • journey
Q9

What is the connection between Chimney Town and the stars?

The stars have always existed above Chimney Town, but they were hidden by the thick smoke that envelops the city. Bruno told his son Lubichi stories about the stars, which Lubichi initially doubted. The sunken ship serves as evidence that Bruno's fantastical stories were based in reality. When the smoke clears, the townspeople finally see the stars and choose to abandon smoke production.

  • stars
  • sky
  • smoke
  • revelation
  • truth
  • discovery
  • chinny town
Q10

Why is the sunken ship important in the story?

The towering sunken ship catches Lubichi's eye and becomes the turning point where he realizes his father's fantastical stories about the stars were based in reality. The ship serves as physical evidence of the truth beyond the smoke. It also becomes the location where Lubichi and his companions construct the bomb to clear the smoke, making it crucial to the climax.

  • sunken ship
  • evidence
  • bruno
  • stars
  • bomb
  • location
Q11

What does Scoop reveal about Lubichi's identity?

Scoop reveals to Lubichi a profound truth: Lubichi is Bruno's son. This revelation brings clarity about the city's tumultuous history and reignites Lubichi's purpose. The revelation also connects to the backstory of Silvio Letter and the economic struggles of Chimney Town, giving Lubichi a deeper understanding of his father's legacy.

  • scoop
  • revelation
  • parentage
  • bruno
  • son
  • identity
Q12

Why does Antonio blame Poupelle for the asthma cases in the town?

Antonio blames Poupelle for a recent surge of asthma cases in Chimney Town, displaying the townspeople's tendency to scapegoat what they don't understand. This confrontation highlights the fear and misunderstanding that exists toward Poupelle as an unusual being. The blame is ultimately misplaced, reflecting the town's willingness to find easy targets for their problems.

  • antonio
  • blame
  • asthma
  • poupelle
  • accusation
  • misunderstanding

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