Despite surviving a bombing, Setsuko tragically cannot withstand the consequences of her brother Seita's stupid decisions.
Seita consistently opts for the worst possible choices, leading directly to Setsuko's death from malnutrition—even though they had funds available in the form of their mother's savings. This plot point is not only implausible but also diminishes the overall quality of the narrative.
The artwork, while commendable, cannot redeem the film from the shortcomings of its poorly conceived protagonist, Seita.
I cannot recommend "Grave of the Fireflies" and wish I could reclaim the time spent watching it.
