The Sky Crawlers

"The Sky Crawlers" is a Japanese animated film directed by Mamoru Oshii. The story follows a group of eternal young fighter pilots known as 'Kildren' who engage in seemingly endless aerial battles. The central character, Yuichi, questions the purpose and consequences of their simulated conflicts while navigating complex relationships among the Kildren and their enigmatic supervisor. The movie delves into themes of eternal youth, existential ennui, and the blurred lines between reality and simulation in warfare.