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| It was predictable, to say at least. But anyways, I enjoyed it. I guess love does crazy things to people. The visuals does really remind me of Tsuki ga Kirei. Muge is such a frickin maverick. 7/10 |
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| Well, I was crazy to watch this because my nickname is Miyo in everything and I'm a cat person, also the promotional art was really beautiful and I don't regret it. I really loved! I won't go deep analysing, I just enjoyed and that's it. The story is interesting, the visuals are amazing, the characters are good, soundtrack is beautiful... I don't think it's a masterpiece but it was great, a very cute and lovely story. |
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| I did enjoy this and gave it a 8/10. I think it would have been better as a single cour show so it could beef itself out more. My main thing of note is the absolute nuke that Hinode's sister got in the ending credits. |
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Yami_MAL said: Can someone explain to me about the prologue scene? Did Muge go to the Cat Islands when she was a kid? I'm surprised no one else is talking about this. If she really did, then her encounter with the Mask Seller during the summer festival after that scene wasn't their first encounter. My first thought was that perhaps going to the Cat Islands is symbolic with succumbing to depression, or wanting to die. EarlCiel earlier mentioned that the Cat Islands are kind of like the afterlife, in essence. Considering that her mother left her when she was in grade school, I wouldn't be surprised if this set off a depressive episode. |
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| I would have liked to see it in a cinema rather than netflix but sure ok. This is probably my favourite Netflix "original" alongside Beastars with Dorohedoro pretty close as well. First half was an easy 8-9/10 for me, second half more like a 6/10 as it was too wacky for me. I think the fictional cat island stuff isn't really my thing, I think the chasing down the guy to get her body back didn't really suit the rest of the show, just too silly for me. But I gave it 8/10 because I really super liked the first half, will rewatch. I hope this show gets more publicity, I haven't really heard anyone talking about it yet. I hope it doesn't end up in the graveyard. edit: also the art style, very nice to look at. Particularly the mc Muge/Miyo. |
yarukaJun 22, 2020 4:56 AM
| This movie was beautiful. Things were predictable but still enjoyed this movie a lot. Really loved Miyo, she's such a cheerful girl. The catfight between Miyo's mom and stepmom was dope XD. |
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| Not bad I guess, the I didn't like was that there was no (at least that's the way I see it) chemistry between the MC, the guy was such c*nt and the girl was an idiot to even fall in love with him...... and also I'm still a bit unclear what happened to her family !? Why did her mommy left ? Did the father do something, he cheated ? If he is, then he is an asshole 6/10 |
RedChromeJun 22, 2020 11:19 AM
| You know what? Sometimes I just need a safe Anime that executes everything well Really chill movie that I'd definitely rewatch while grinding an RPG on the switch because you don't need much concentration for this movie The FMC was amazing and her whole dilemma is super relatable. You don't even need to have need to have her exact circumstances for it to be very relatable. Male MC was also a good character, him coming to terms with liking her back might've been a bit too abrupt but I can hardly blame them when they've got an hour and a half 8/10 |
FireFistYKJun 22, 2020 12:47 PM
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| Happy or sad ending? reading the comments but nobody is saying anything about that... |
RedChrome said: I'm still a bit unclear what happened to her family !? Why did her mommy left ? Did the father do something, he cheated ? If he is, then he is an asshole I think a part of how Miyo's mother felt was supposed to be mirrored by the female cat in the bar, who said that she ran away from being a mother because she didn't feel up to the task of raising a child. |
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| This movie had me in the first half since I sort of like the kind of melodrama stuff it was going with, but not entirely sold on the big cat-lifespan plot in the second half. The art isn't outstanding but it's pretty solid, same with the music. Overall though I liked it, but not more than a 7 for me. Probably wouldn't rewatch it but I don't regret watching it either. |
| And at his feet they'll cast their golden crowns When the man comes around. |
EpicCh33se said: RedChrome said: I'm still a bit unclear what happened to her family !? Why did her mommy left ? Did the father do something, he cheated ? If he is, then he is an asshole I think a part of how Miyo's mother felt was supposed to be mirrored by the female cat in the bar, who said that she ran away from being a mother because she didn't feel up to the task of raising a child. Oh I see...okay well thanks for that |
| Take a shot every time Mugi says “Hinode” lol I think for what it is, as in a film that’s primarily meant to be watched with the family and whatnot, it did its job pretty well. Nice coming of age story and had some entertaining bits to it Me at least, I found the beginning to be alright, the middle part to be crap (seriously, fuk that kid who read the letter out loud) and the end to be pretty good tbh. Wasn’t really feeling the Mugi x Hinode ship tbh though it was nice to see them hold hands at the end lol. Tbh I was more interested in those side character’s relationship lul. Screw the original mom though, she was just toxic 101. 6/10 for me. Have to admit I can be quite a sucker for these types of stories but Muge was just too annoying at times (and a little bit way too obsessed with hinode kek) On a plus though, really did like the credits scenes lolol Yami_MAL said: Can someone explain to me about the prologue scene? Did Muge go to the Cat Islands when she was a kid? My guess is that she got lost while wandering and somehow ended up in the cat world (how she got in despite not being a cat beats me). From there she met fat cat and that’s probably where she’s got the mask from. That’s why when we first see him in the present time muge’s reaction is that of “not you again” rather than wondering who he is |
Short_CircutJun 23, 2020 12:46 AM
 'On-Hold' is another way for a completionist to say 'Dropped' |
Short_Circut said: Yami_MAL said: Can someone explain to me about the prologue scene? Did Muge go to the Cat Islands when she was a kid? My guess is that she got lost while wandering and somehow ended up in the cat world (how she got in despite not being a cat beats me). From there she met fat cat and that’s probably where she’s got the mask from. That’s why when we first see him in the present time muge’s reaction is that of “not you again” rather than wondering who he is I went back and watched that scene again, the one where she runs away from the festival after her mom asks about moving in with her. That should be present time. I don't think her reaction was like "not you again." She is confused at the masks and the Mask Seller asks if she wants to try one on. I think that's pretty indicative that this was her first time getting a mask. I think she did go to the Cat Islands as a grade schooler, but she only got her mask during the second meeting with the Mask Seller. The manga promotional image has child Miyo in the Cat Islands. There is most certainly a larger significance to this scene. I guess what's confusing is that in the movie, the Mask Seller asks child Miyo if she's lost. In this promotional image, he asks her if she would like to become a cat. It kinda breaks what I've been arguing for. |
EpicCh33seJun 23, 2020 1:53 AM
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| This movie had potential but in the end, it was all very average. The animation, execution and soundtrack were beautiful. Not heart-stoppingly beautiful but really well made, I just wish the story had also been as good as the rest. It started like a good Ghibli movie, the whole storyline regarding the pottery studio could have been enough of a story for the whole movie but halfway through the movie decided it did not want to be "Whisper of the Heart" but more like "The Cat Returns" and I guess that was the biggest problem. Imitation can be a form of flattery and it was obvious what this movie tried to be but it failed. It started a bit like "Whisper of the Heart" and a boy who wants to follow his dream (here pottery, their violin-maker). If the story had stuck with the two MCs and truly told their story then it would have been a fabulous movie but the problem was that the characters were never able to develop fully because in the second half became an under-cooked fantasy story, which meant that the whole movie was a half-hearted affair. The villain was mediocre and the cat town played almost no role. The movie wanted to be too many things at the same time and then failed in all of them. An anime movie is only as good as the story it wants to tell and this was really not a great story. I am kind-hearted enough to give this a 7 out of 10 bit was more of a 6.5 then a 7. |
| The first half was really good but the second I think it would've been much better if Hinade didn't know who Taro until just a bit later. Its lacking emotional scenes imo. There was a part in the end where Muge couldn't turn into a human again because of deep inside she still have doubts but they didn't dig that in. Instead she just easily convinced herself without any shown effort like that. It was a good movie regardless I like the music and I would still give it a 7 at least. No rewatch value however. Highlight of the movie; "hInADe??" |
leevJun 23, 2020 9:32 AM
| It’s a nice movie, there isn’t anything special or that I liked particularly but it was entertaining, especially in the first half. |
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| This really wouldve been a better film if they properly addressed Muge's family situation rather than engaging in supernatural and romance hijinks. Otherwise I really enjoyed Kinako, Yoriko, and the Mask Seller. They were the highlights of the story. The whole premise of what cats would do if they were human, but anime is what sold me on watching in the first place, and I daresay Kinako and the Mask Seller represent it well. And Yoriko's friendship with Muge is wholesome as fuck. Wish it was her setting Muge straight instead of the awkward Hinode relationship it ended up being. Edit: Oh great, Mari Okada was involved. It all makes sense now... |
DGemuJun 23, 2020 9:53 PM
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| Really enjoyed this, can't even explain why because it feels very safe and predictable. It was just that wholesome to watch. 8/10 |
| Decent movie. Wholesome, although Muge comes off as a little cringy during the first half. The climax really dragged on for a while but the story overall was nice. Would've liked to see more of the cat world though |
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| This was a cute story about love and growing up. Ultimately nothing impressive, in my humble opinion, but I thought the heart-to-heart scenes were good and the ending, especially where Hinode did the sunrise attack on Miyo, was sweet. |
| Huh, well I liked it. Kind of cute, enjoyed the aesthetic. Solid 6 or 7/10 imo. Plus I love cats *shrug* |
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| This movie was absolutely amazing. I'm glad to have seen this. It was very lighthearted and wholesome. I cried... A lot. I don't even know why. Except that this movie was that good |
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| Art 9/10, Animation 7/10, Character development 6/10, Sound 7/10, Story 6/10. I didn't like the school scenes because it felt like the characters are off with the background... The bg art is so much better than characterart. It was an interesting lovestory. A little bit boring but enjoyable. Not bad, not great. I give it a 6. |
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| I found it pretty darn good and I don't even like cats. |
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| This was an interesting movie. I enjoyed it but I felt like the whole supernatural aspect was wasted. The whole turning into a cat and venturing into Cat Island part to chase the Mask Seller was such an interesting plot point that it could’ve been a standalone movie by itself, but it was only introduced at the tail-end of the movie, and only for the sake of Muge’s introspection on what she really wanted. There’s nothing wrong with the introspection in and of itself, but the movie could’ve carried on in the exact same fashion without utilizing the supernatural part (ie. being a cat) by simply having Muge stalk Hinode, or having her live next door. The supernatural aspect would’ve served the exact same purpose whether or not she was a cat or for example, if she could turn invisible. It wasn’t really crucial as long as Muge was able to learn more about Hinode. Unlike some Ghibli movies (ie. Spirited Away, Howl’s) which immerse you into the fantasy world from the beginning, A Whisker Away only really went supernatural at the end and used it as a convenient plot device when it wasn’t really needed, and wasted the potential of the imaginative Cat Island world. Still, the movie was enjoyable nonetheless. |
herricklukJul 7, 2020 3:34 AM
| It took 2 weeks for me to abled reaching this movie. Overall its a 8.4/10. Thats it. |
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| It certainly gave some Ghibli-esque vibes, but it never quite touched the heart or even embraced the viewer with a warm hug. Perhaps the characters were a bit too artificial to bridge the sentimentality gap, which was the film's justification for existing. 2.5/10 |
| There are aspects of this film I enjoy and I feel can resonate with just about anyone. Those largely being the themes around escapism and the fact we don't always recognize how our own selfish actions can impact those around us. As well as the themes of not realizing what you have until it's gone. The romance though? Nah, missed me on that. It's a story about a stalker with an unhealthy infatuation whose self worth in the end hinges entirely on her 'targets' love. |
| Very cute, but it seemed like the writers tried to embarrass the characters as much as they could. I don't regret watching it |
| I am not a weeb, I simply enjoy 2D girls |
| heartwarming movie. 8/10. I liked the story and the characters. |
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