Worlds Apart: It’s better than I anticipated, focusing on the intricacies of human relationships, especially for those who have a hard time fitting into society. There are good dialogues, and the film shows how proper conversation plays a crucial role in relationships. Makio’s difficulty in giving feedback on Asa’s first attempt at writing lyrics reminds me to be more delicate in my communication. Here’s a review.
Our Little Sister. I rewatched this on Netflix recently and still like it a lot. Director Kore-eda often focuses on the complexity of family relationships, but this one feels warmer. The movie portrays the kind of relationships I admire, while the small-town setting reminds me of my time living in Beppu, Oita. It’s a nice movie to enjoy with a glass of Umeshu. Here’s a review.
Cottontail is a movie about loss, family, and living in one’s own world. Here’s a review, calling it the sad version of Perfect Days. Perfect Days resonates more with me.
Blue Period live-action movie: it condensed a lot of material into a single film. I think the manga and anime did a better job of portraying Yatora’s struggles and weaknesses, not to mention the other characters’ stories.
Wild Robot is nicely done and entertaining to watch from beginning to end. Here’s a review.
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