Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou (hereafter Sayonara) is a film which combines fantastical elements (akin to dragons and elves), with stunning artwork to present an elaborate weaving of emotion and love. This tale of time and change explores the perennial importance of human connection through the lense of familial love with the ever-living Lorphian, Maquia, raising orphaned child, Ariel. The audience takes part in forming a feeling of genuine connection with these characters despite the brief two hours of film, hence evoking eminent sentimental appeal.
However Sayonara is not without its flaws, as it glosses over several plot holes which may confuse
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Jan 18, 2019
Houseki no Kuni
(Anime)
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Houseki no Kuni begins as a visual masterpiece with lush illustrations and vibrant characters dashed with an intrigue. With a hook established in the forefront of the narrative in a world of symbolism reminiscent of Buddhism, there appears to be disclarity in the direction of the anime. Houseki no Kuni tempts the audience into an intriguing mystery in regards to the battle of the gems and lunarians with a more micro focused side-plot of protagonist's Phos' endeavor to establish an emotional rectification of the lonesome and distrustful Cinnabar, yet fails to deliver on both fronts.
With comedic meandering within dialogue, and somewhat exciting action scenes, Houseki ... |
