Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou

Maquia is a member of a special race called the Iorph—mystical beings who can live for hundreds of years and remain separate from the lives and daily troubles of mankind. However, Maquia has always felt lonely despite being surrounded by her people, as she was orphaned from a young age. She daydreams about the outside world, but dares not travel from her home due to the warnings of the clan's chief.

One day however, the outside world finds her, as the power-hungry kingdom of Mezarte invades her homeland. They already have what is left of the giant dragons, the Renato, under their control, and now their king wishes to add the immortality of the Iorph to his bloodline.

The humans and their Renato ravage the Iorph homeland and kill most of its inhabitants. Caught in the midst of the attack, Maquia is carried off by one of the Renato that has gone berserk. It soon dies, and she is left deserted in a forest far from home, now truly alone save for the cries of a single baby off in the distance. Maquia finds the baby in a destroyed village and decides to raise him as her own, naming him Ariel. Although she knows nothing of the human world, how to raise a child that ages much faster than her, or how to live with the smoldering loneliness inside, she is determined to make it all work somehow.

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Maquia Main

Iwami, Manaka Japanese

Ariel Main

Irino, Miyu Japanese

Leilia Supporting

Kayano, Ai Japanese

Lang Supporting

Hosoya, Yoshimasa Japanese

Izol Supporting

Sugita, Tomokazu Japanese

Krim Supporting

Kaji, Yuuki Japanese

Mido Supporting

Satou, Rina Japanese

Barlow Supporting

Hirata, Hiroaki Japanese

Medmel Supporting

Kuno, Misaki Japanese

Racine Supporting

Sawashiro, Miyuki Japanese

Horikawa, Kenji Producer, Planning

Takenaka, Nobuhiro Producer

Kyoutani, Tomomi Producer

Endou, Naoko Producer

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Aug 31, 2024

JiaLia

Recommended

Directed by the acclaimed Mari Okada, "Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou" is a deeply emotional and visually stunning masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of traditional storytelling. Known for her exceptional work in crafting intricate narratives, Okada brings her signature touch to this film, weaving a tale that resonates with both fantasy and the universal truths of the human experience. The story follows Maquia, a young girl from a unique race of beings, as she navigates the complexities of love, loss, and motherhood. Through Maquia's journey, Okada delicately explores themes of time, connection, and the inevitable pain of parting, making the film ... a powerful exploration of the human condition.

Mari Okada, who has written numerous beloved anime series, makes her directorial debut with this film, and her unique storytelling shines through every frame. Her ability to convey raw emotion and complex relationships is on full display, as she masterfully blends fantasy elements with deeply relatable human experiences. The world is richly detailed and beautifully animated, creating a sense of wonder that draws the audience into its magical realm. Yet, it is the emotional depth of the characters that truly captivates, as Okada brings to life their struggles, desires, and vulnerabilities in a way that feels both timeless and profoundly real.

The film's visual beauty is matched by its narrative elegance. From the stunning landscapes to the meticulously crafted character designs, every element of the animation serves to enhance the story's emotional impact. The music, composed by Kenji Kawai, further elevates the film, with its hauntingly beautiful score perfectly complementing the poignant moments of the story. Together, the visuals and music create a cinematic experience that is both ethereal and deeply moving, immersing the audience in a world where the passage of time is both a blessing and a curse.

"Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou" is not just a film, but a profound meditation on life, love, and the bonds that connect us all. Mari Okada's directorial vision, combined with the film's breathtaking animation and emotional depth, make it a truly unforgettable experience. It is a story that lingers long after the credits roll, reminding us of the beauty and fragility of the connections we hold dear.

Reviewer’s Rating: 10

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Oct 14, 2023

1List2RuleThemAl

Mixed Feelings

A tear-jerker, that's definitely over-hyped.

Sure I shed tears on the right cues, so I could've rated it higher, but the fact remains.. this anime is just average.

- Things aren't explained. Random events just happened. Stupid flying dragons suddenly turning red and dying, with no explanation. They don't even bother explaining much about the "EVIL EMPIRE" (people seem to be happy, was the empire even evil or not?).

- The loom nonsense is just a bunch of gobbledygook with elves (or "Iorph", whatever they wanna call Elves in this) being all depressive and child-like (can't have anime without sexualizing 5000 year old children). Only time anything with ... "loom" was interesting, was in the movie Wanted (2008), and it was because of the action, not because of fucking thread weaving skills of the characters.

- Plot-holes maketh the plot, so do the jump-cuts. This movie needed another 30-60 mins to fill in the lore. Characters not only age every few mins, they even have background romance and suddenly are popping children while the viewer is left wondering, "Dafuq, did they even have any chemistry in that 10 second scene an hour ago?". Maybe if they didn't spend time on pointless lingering shots of characters crying, they could've added some dialogue and lore, minus the jump-cuts.

Art is good, English dub is garbage (muffled dialogues with music blaring in on max volume). Main character is just a weird mess who spends the whole movie crying, ending the movie crying. Movie just randomly ends and you now have to figure out who the new characters are, not that it matters as the movie rushes to end the movie.

Overall, I just felt disappointed at the end. I did like the last scene of the fields, it was beautifully done.. which is why I gave it 5, not 4.

Art saves it, story is a mess. If you shed tears during emotional scenes easily (like I do), you'll do here as well. But don't mistake those tears for quality. Those tears are NOT quality tears.

Reviewer’s Rating: 5

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Oct 8, 2024

vectorabhisek

Not Recommended

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One word to describe this movie: T R A S H
The plot is super fictional, unrealistic and simply bad, emotions are forced and unrealistic, glorifying motherhood blah blah blah mothers don't cry blah blah blah. I would say one of the most overrated anime movies of all time. There are only two things better in this movie
1. Animation
2. End Scene
It really felt best when the movie ended. This movie is a total wastage of time. The story is super bad, the characters are not in depth. And the movie is definitely not enjoyable. And the anime is no where near realistic. I ... recommend to watch this movie to insomnia patients, they will ge6 bored and will fall asleep.

Reviewer’s Rating: 1

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	Poll: Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou Episode 1 Discussion ( 1 2 3 4 5 ... Last Page ) Kisaragi - Feb 24, 2018	320 replies	by Hearts4MyLover »» Yesterday, 7:34 PM
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