Story : 8
So as everyone's been thinking for a while, Makoto Shinkai's story this time is having a direct approach, without needing us to think more deeper than usual, or should I say the word, "simple".
But that simple is simply enjoyable, two adolescent enjoying the joy of world, the idea of changing the shape of the world, how is that not fun ? Having that kind of mindset is bringing me to understand that Makoto Shinkai is not trying to ponder with our mind this time, it's just the story he want to tell, well maybe the history behind the movie is amazing, but I'm not that smart so I'm sorry I can't bring that up without much proof.
Art : 10
Do I still need to explain this one ? I'm bringing my expectation through the roof for the art, and yes Makoto-san still delivers. Truth to be told, I lowkey hoping it's not as good as "Your Name" or at the very least just as good. But nope, the art slap you in the face
Sound : 10
Sound ? Character sound ? Song ? All of it is extremely well done. I've been listening to the OST since it came out, finding the english lyric, and try remembering it. I really love the "We'll be Alright" one especially, it depicts everything I want to say after watching the movie. Is this a spoiler ? And it's still a movie edit one, I can't imagine the full one
Character : 10
Now, this is the interesting part, everyone seems to disappointed in the character, especially background, development, waste of screen time character, etc.
Personally, for me
Hina is a 15-years old girl. Are we gonna just dish on her like that ? Is her action wrong ? not really, Can she do better ? yes but what do you expect from a 15 year old girl ? She's living her life hard enough as is from my prespective,the world is carried on her little shoulder, and she's the one asking people "Are you alright?", I just can't take it man (Is this spoiler ?)
Hodaka, 16 years old boy running away from his home. Is his action wrong ? Truth to be told, yes, he's a representation of what we will do if we didn't have any guide in life, he's struggling but he can do much more than me though ahaha... But funny thing is, he's a contrast to our side character Suga-san, where Suga-san is an adult with much more consideration.
Antagonist ? Mmmm... this time I must agree partially to most of the comments regarding this one, it's a bit lacking, but does it job.
Support/ Side Character ? They depict something that play with my young adult mind, I mean, I can't agree with their action, but I can understand why.
Enjoyment : 10
I have a blast watching this I literally just bought one more VIP seat for self-watch, so I might be biased but I tried my best, sounds so defending, eh ?
Overall : 10
I have fun watching it, everyone's inside is having fun, some cry, some sing, some smile, what I love most is everyone seems to appreciate every seconds of it. But I might be biased, once again.
Well, here goes my first review. I know I really lack explanation, but I can ensure you this one's worth the watch. So, despite many 1-star review ? You can still go and see it for yourself
Bonus one for especially patient with my review,
for the ending, I personally feel like it's rushed a bit ? Maybe Makoto-san doesn't have enough time ? or maybe that's what he want ? I like the ending, but it can be better
