The Case of Hana & Alice

When Tetsuko Arisugawa, better known as Alice, transfers to a new middle school, she quickly hears a disturbing rumor: a year prior, a student in her class was murdered, and his ghost still haunts the building. The only person who might have answers is Hana, a reclusive girl who lives next door in a house said to be a haven for spirits. Intrigued and a little spooked, Alice takes it upon herself to investigate. What begins as a schoolyard mystery soon unravels into a charming, idiosyncratic coming-of-age story. As Alice and Hana navigate the eccentricities of their town, they uncover secrets, forge an unlikely friendship, and perhaps even solve the curious case of the "Judas" murder. This beautifully animated prequel deftly blends humor, heart, and a touch of the supernatural.

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