Liam D
An very thoughtful and well constructed anime that hits the spot for emotions mostly
Rated 3.5/5 Stars •
Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars
09/16/24
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Hilarion A
Beautiful tale, as is am not sure if it's history to be precise, cannot say neither it's a concept derived from both sides though the source is quite telling the structure is entirely real, anime adaptations over the years is at a breakneck speed mostly the fact that they captivate you in a sense of belonging that keeps the thrill there for you pleasure, in that instance your thoughts begins to collect data from different facets of the same anime prediction is pointless that's why all i do keep on is my attention to details so i can make a good remark and as far as remark goes this one hits the spot.
Rated 4/5 Stars •
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
04/29/23
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'Giovanni's Island' is a little film that focuses on two brothers from a small island off the coast of Japan and how the aftermath of WWII begins to affect them once Japan surrendered. Given that description, you might expect a dynamic and moving story. And yes, there were certainly some very touching scenes, particularly between the siblings, but unfortunately, the film seemed to be rather confused as to what it wanted to be and, as a result, felt like it was somewhat lost in no man's land, lacking the power it could have had had it committed to a particular tone and direction.
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Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars
08/17/17
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Fantastic animation film from Japan, looking at the aftermath of Second World War on a small island occupied by the Russians. An epic journey of two siblings reminded me of the classic 'Grave of the Fireflies'. While it doesn't reach that height, it is still a poignant and sentimental tale of family bond and the pain of being uprooted from your home. Elegantly drawn and acted.
Rated 4/5 Stars •
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
01/30/23
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The consequence of the WWII on the two Japanese children.
The latest Japanese anime, based on the fictional account. Following the Japan's surrender during the World War II, the narration concentrates how the people are affected by the consequences of the war. The movie opens with the two elderly people heading towards their childhood village, recalling their memories. The entire movie was from the children's perspective of what they have seen.
The story of two young boys living in a remote island of the Japan. Who are obsessed with the toy trains and hopes see them in real one day. When Soviet invades the island and forced to live under their rule with coexist. The life remains unaffected, the children go to the school as usual, where these two boys meet the young Russian blonde girl and befriends. What comes after is the struggle that becomes a lot tougher by the days come and surviving becomes challenging.
It was not a top notch anime as I was expecting, but had a decent storyline and the characters. Still, it was a traditional presentation and so pleasant to watch. Somewhat it reminds the 'Grave of the Fireflies', but comparable with that, it was only the less emotionally appealing. The end really got me, I felt the depth. The strong conclusion was the movie's strength, otherwise I would have not liked the flick this much. Yet, I am not sure whether everybody going to like it or not, but still I suggest it only if you're convinced by other than my review too.
6 1/2/10
Rated 3.5/5 Stars •
Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars
01/30/23
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Based on the true story of islanders displaced by the Soviet occupation at the end of WWII, Giovanni no Shima is fundamentally a story about the resolve and resilience of children, and how apparently Miyazaki Kenji heals all wounds.
Oh, the feels, the thermonuclear feels. Yes, it heavily parallels Grave of the Fireflies, but the major difference is how this movie shows the ability of children to persevere despite adversity, prejudice and doubt.
Giovanni no Shima also ends with a rather more upbeat message of healing and redemption despite all its hardships too.
Rated 4/5 Stars •
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
02/18/23
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