Boku ga Aishita Subete no Kimi e

A Unique Journey Through Love and Parallel Worlds: Boku ga Aishita Subete no Kimi e & Kimi wo Aishita Hitori no Boku e

Had the pleasure of experiencing two extraordinary anime movies during New Year’s Eve, "Boku ga Aishita Subete no Kimi e" (the blue movie) and its counterpart "Kimi wo Aishita Hitori no Boku e" (the red movie). People who love theories of love, romance, relationships and its complexity should watch this. Very underrated.

I chose the blue-to-red path. What was supposed to be the depressing-emotional route filled with more confusion. - though I didn’t feel confused at all despite the fact I was ½ drunk ... whilst watching both movies.

The anime introduces us to a world where parallel worlds are a routine phenomenon, and love transcends these dimensions. The concept of a different world due to different decisions made resulting in divergent outcomes, reminiscent of masterpieces like Steins;Gate, beautifully intertwines romance with the complexities of parallel existence.

One of the standout elements of these movies is the execution of their unique concept. Watching them in the order of blue to red, felt like peeling back layers of a mystery, gradually revealing the intricacies of the plot. This approach enhanced the overall viewing experience, creating the feeling of “Ohh so thatss what happen”.

The interpretation of parallel worlds within the anime is well-crafted, providing a fresh perspective on the concept. It brings to mind the enchanting works of Makoto Shinkai, known for his mystical approach to love, only here, the mysticism is replaced by a compelling sci-fi backdrop.

The musical score of these movies is another highlight, featuring Keina Suda. The OST, reminiscent of romance anime like "Road to You" and "Flavours of Youth," perfectly complements the sweetness and the bitterness of teenage romance. Notably, the contrast between Keina Suda's and Saucy Dog's songs in each movie adds a layer of emotional complexity, capturing the essence of teenage love and the inevitable passage of time.

Keina Suda's musical prowess shines through in the OST of "Boku ga Aishita Subete no Kimi e" (the blue movie). The songs, such as "Kumo no kou" (Love the clouds) and "Rakkaryusui," capture the essence of teenage love and the nostalgic sweetness of memories. These tracks, with their melodic and emotionally resonant tunes, perfectly complement the themes of eternal love and the joy found in cherishing moments with loved ones. Suda's music creates a poignant backdrop that enhances the emotional impact of the narrative.

In "Kimi wo Aishita Hitori no Boku e" (the red movie), Saucy Dog takes the lead, contributing a memorable main OST song titled "shion" - named after Kimi Ai’s main female lead. This composition beautifully reflects the melancholic reflection on the passage of time and the inevitability of change. The lyrics convey a sense of regret, acknowledging the pain of saying goodbye and the longing for what once was. Saucy Dog's work adds a layer of complexity to the storytelling, emphasizing the bittersweet nature of life, love, and the inescapable passage of time.

Not only do BokuAi's story & KimiAi’s story contrast each other, the main soundtracks produced contrast each other as well.

The contrasting themes in the music of the two movies enhances the storytelling. Keina Suda's compositions in "Boku Ai" focus on the happiness and warmth of memories, providing a musical backdrop that resonates with the joy of love. On the other hand, Saucy Dog's "shion" in "Kimi Ai" explores the regrets, longing, and the unchangeable nature of memories. The juxtaposition of these musical themes adds emotional depth, underscoring the divergent paths of the two films.

"Boku Ai" explores the idea of eternal love and the joy found in cherishing memories, while "Kimi Ai" delves into the themes of unwavering love, the pain of separation, and the desire to reunite with a lost love. These contrasting themes are expertly woven into the fabric of each movie.

While these films are undoubtedly praiseworthy, there are some notable drawbacks. The voice acting, at times, feels messy and may detract from the emotional impact for some viewers. Additionally, the artstyle, reminiscent of older works from the 2010-2015 era, may be perceived as outdated, and certain animations lack the crispness expected in a 2022 release. The pacing in "Kimi Ai" is also a bit brisk compared to its counterpart, potentially affecting the enjoyment for some.

In conclusion, "Boku ga Aishita Subete no Kimi e" and "Kimi wo Aishita Hitori no Boku e" stand as compelling tales that explore the intricate dance between love and parallel worlds. The unique narrative unfolds with a poignant journey through memories, both joyful and fraught with regrets, highlighting the profound impact of choices made in the realm of love.

The anime masterfully weaves the concept of parallel worlds into the fabric of the characters' lives, portraying love as a force that transcends dimensions. It delves into the notion of loving someone in every conceivable way, finding joy in shared memories, and being grateful for the connections forged. Conversely, it also explores the depths of love, where one's commitment reaches the point of defying fate itself, doing anything to reunite with a beloved or to ensure their happiness.

At its core, the anime imparts valuable morals about love, memories, decisions, and regrets. The stories emphasize the importance of cherishing the moments that bring happiness and fulfillment, while also acknowledging the inevitability of choices that may lead to heartache and remorse. The characters grapple with the complexities of navigating love in the face of changing circumstances, showcasing the profound impact of decisions on relationships.

A central moral of the story resonates with the concept of parallel worlds influencing one's choices. The narrative suggests that every decision creates a branching path, each with its own set of benefits and drawbacks. This intricate dance of choices and consequences underscores the need for thoughtful consideration before making decisions, particularly in matters of the heart. The anime serves as a reminder that one's choices shape not only their present but also the parallel worlds that unfold alongside it.

In essence, "Boku ga Aishita Subete no Kimi e" and "Kimi wo Aishita Hitori no Boku e" offer more than a mere exploration of love and parallel worlds; they provide a canvas for reflection on the complex nature of relationships, the intricateness of love, and the profound impact of choices. These films are a testament to the intricate beauty of storytelling that transcends dimensions, leaving audiences with a profound sense of introspection and appreciation for the complexities of human love.

Thank you for reading. I hoped I didn’t spoil or give hints on anything.

Well this movie is pretty solid, its not bad and not that good either, the word "pretty good" pretty much sums up the entire show.

This show is centered on parallel worlds and how people from another timeline or world line could somehow swap with themselves from another world line and stuff. Well the premise is pretty interesting and has a lot of potential but somehow I don't feel like they explored the topic enough.

Story: 7
Like I said before, the plot is pretty interesting but the execution is lacking, the way the story is told somehow feels rushed and lacks emotion, stuffs are happening all the ... time with very little explanation and confusing story telling that makes you question yourself on whether you understand the plot or not

Characrers: 6
The characters are very forgettable, well there aren't that many characters anyway and even if they're introduced they somehow feel unimportant and lacks personality. It really is hard to relate or to undertand each characters as the story progresses very fast and leaves very little time for us viewers to have a connection to the characters.

Animation: 7
The animation isn't all that amazing either, there are a lot of cgi used in this anime and it's not like cgi is inherently bad but the cgi in this anime is just average and so is the traditional 2d animation. It doesn't feel like what you would expect in an anime movie, but that's probably just me being spoiled by how other high budget anime movies have insane animation.

In conclusion, I gave this show a 7/10, I have mixed feelings towards this show since it isn't bad by any means and most people would probably enjoy this show but just don't expect anything mind blowing or life changing from this anime

To every choice you make, there is a version of you that made a different one. An infinite number of you, meeting an infinite number of me. In every one of them, I will fall in love.
Thematically this is a beautifully romantic idea, but that is about the end of the good to this movie.

I will be judging this movie independently of its partner movie. As I feel this, if done correctly, could, should, have existed as its own version.
Now, when criticizing a medium, work, I believe it to be best practice to substantiate your claims with how you would do it, within the ... confines of the work itself.

The movie starts off on the wrong foot, in the first 5 minutes and 40 seconds you ruin the entire movie for being able to exist in a vacuum.
I'd cut it completely, it doesn't add anything to the movie, and the hook of saying "From Birth, People face countless choices..." then going directly into the main choice of the movie would be better, not great, but better.
Use those cut five/six minutes to remove the exposition to start the movie and instead play the scene out of choosing his mother.

I don't like how much narration there is in this movie.
It comes across more as a research paper than a story; because the voice feels like expository narration: impersonal, factual, and robotic. It doesn't give life to the story, instead taking away what could otherwise be enjoyable development for the characters.
Don't try to hammer in the explanation of how the science works, this is a movie, not real life. I don't need a dissertation on why you can cast fireball, there is a thing called suspension of disbelief that everyone knows and abides by.

All of the irritating voiceovers can be easily removed within a few quick scenes in my opinion, that are already in the movie.

First, make the viewer experience the universe shift, done when the main character goes into the timeline where he chose his other parent. Create this immediate disconnect, changing a major aspect, between the two worlds and how this feels to the character; dissociation they describe later in the movie. Change a small personality trait to give the character a fascination with this other world, and parallel shifting.
Then use this trait when he learned that Kazune shifts from the 85th timeline. It moves your story along, and gives back the learning to viewers allowing them to connect the dots and not just be spoonfed the entire thing. They already put it all there for you, no need to tell it to you.

Then this brings us to the climax, which doesn't really exist if you haven't watched the first movie. So just cut it all, cut out the last 24 minutes of this movie. It takes a sword and cuts down everything the movie built up to, destroying the tension of the tension created in earlier scenes once we read the climatic final scene. So just cut it all.

With the first 6, already cut, you now have 30 minutes back to tell your story.

With these 30 minutes, give more depth to your characters. Flesh-out scenes that were rushed off the starting line. Give it a better climax for the closure.

This movie falls into the pit of a good enough theme with poor execution. These sister movies would have easily been Movie 1 choosing parent 1 and Movie 2 choosing parent 2. They could have coexisted, yet we got this mess of a movie instead that serves no purpose and lacks any level of storytelling. If you want a better version of this movie theme, just go watch Hello World.