Around 2013, one of my Japanese students introduced me to a movie she liked. It was Byousoku 5 Centimeter (5 Centimeters per Second). It was the first Makoto Shinkai film I had watched, but at that time I didn't really recognize him since I didn't care much about the technicalities. I just focused more on the story.
Now that I watched it again... (and after watching a bunch of Makoto Shinkai films) I could appreciate the movie even more. And I've rediscovered the beauty of love and hurt. Ugh!
Anyway, let's talk about it!
NOTE: The photos are screenshots from the movie.
The story is somewhat divided into three parts, though the characters and the story are connected.
Childhood friends Toono Takaki and Shinohara Akari met each other during their elementary years. They were both transfer students with Takaki transferring a bit earlier than Akari.
They had the same interests which made them closer, but before they entered middle school, Akari's parents decided to move to Tochigi which is a few hours away from Tokyo.
The distance was difficult, but it didn't affect them that much. They constantly wrote letters to each other and with the distance, visiting each other is doable. However, Takaki's family decided to move away to Kagoshima which is literally on the opposite side of Japan.
The two then decided to meet one last time before distance took them even further from each other.
I took screenshots of the snowy scenery because they're so pretty, yet melancholic in some way. Enjoy them...
Watching the same film more than 10 years later made me appreciate it more. And since I've watched other films directed by Makoto Shinkai, there were a lot of similarities that were interesting to see.
The director really likes creating things that would tug at your heartstrings. I guess I could relate to this movie more now than in the past.
The storyline is hurtful yet very beautiful. It's realistic that a lot of people especially those who have experienced or are experiencing a long-distance relationship could understand. The struggles, the pain, the wonders... and when everything ends, the journey to moving on and self-love.
This one shouts Kimi no Na wa vibes!
I got to appreciate the other character, Sumida Kanae more after rewatching this film. Her pain was undeniable, but she embraced it fully to be free and happy.
Another Kimi no Na wa vibe... hahah
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The soundtrack, especially this music just made it extra painful... The video above has scenes from the movie as well. Actually, it's part of the actual movie. This music video-like part is among my favorites!
The lyrics of this song say it all.
I now remember how in love I was with this film and the connection even got stronger. Ugh! Someone help my heart!!! hahahah
I should make my mom @arashi0416 watch this. hahaha
I recommend this movie to everyone... especially when you don't mind having your heart broken multiple times. Anyway, love is such a magnificent thing... though I don't see myself being romantically involved with anyone anymore, these types of films remind me of what it was like. It was worth it! <3
Thanks for reading and see you around! (^^,)/
Is it available on Netflix..?
Murag wala ma... xDDD
watch nya... i-ready ra nako daan... :P
Ok dai...wait ra ko...heheh
Pero after na nkog watch sa Drawing Closer...maybe tonight ko muwatch..😊
OK... :)
Ingna lang nya ko... (^^,)/
Sure...😊
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Thanks a lot!!! :D
I feel like Anime has everything in it, Sad Love Story.
A film that highlights the impact of time and long distance relationships, with an incredible animation that makes you go even deeper into the story ❤️
The final scene of the train made me despair haha I was like: “get off, f%$# train” 😂 hahahaha
Yes... I enjoyed it and felt it more now than when I first watched it way back in 2013. haha
HAHAHAHA.... It was so frustrating, but I like how it ended. 😎💙
Esta película es hermosa, pero melancólica, recuerdo que cuando la vi, fue por muchos que la recomendaba, me encantó como jugo con el paisaje para transmitirnos el mensaje. Definitivamente, tu mamá tiene que verla, tiene un sentimiento tan real la historia. Saludos 😊
This movie is beautiful, but melancholic, I remember when I saw it, it was by many that I recommended it, I loved how it played with the landscape to convey the message to us. Definitely, your mom has to see it, it has such a real feeling to the story. Regards 😊
The landscape really created the mood and conveyed the message clearly to the viewers. She already agreed to watch it, but after she finished the drama she's currently watching. haha
Have a great one! 💙
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We hope to see you soon. Best regards!
Of course!!! It's always a pleasure... 💙
Every movie of Makoto Shinkai is worth watching The same person who directed your name, weathering with you and suzume if I'm not wrong.
This was the first movie I've watched that he directed... And yes, you're right... Those are among his famous works recently... 😎✨💙
I think we should start writing more about old anime that we have watched. There is this kind of nostligic feeling it gives.
I having watched it but it made me remember an anime I watched recently some years ago, "finding....." can't remember the title. But in this anime, the boy and girl swap bodies during day or night time and it has something to do about time. It's a movie and not a series. I might just have to watch it again.
The body swap reminds me of Kimi no Na wa... Another movie by the same director of this film I reviewed. :D
But if it's a different one, let me know... I'm interested in watching it as well. ^^
I just made a search about the anime you mention and it turned out to be the same anime I was talking about. The english title is "Your name" and not "Finding...." I guess the director like making anime like this and I love it.