Colorful (カラフル) is a theatrical drama with minor super natural elements. The movie is based on the novel of the same name by Mori Eto and was initially released in 2010.
The main character of the movie is a nameless spirit who has died and is chosen for the chance to live again. He is returned to live in the body of a young boy, Makoto, who has committed suicide. With the help of a super natural guide, Purapura, the spirit is given the chance at life and eventual rebirth. The catch is, by living as Makoto he has to become aware of what he did wrong in his own life.
He quickly finds out that his temporary return to the realm of the living is difficult. The real Makoto decided on the path of death due to serious and world changing truths about the people around him and his own dejected life. The new Makoto has to work from zero to fit into the role of his borrowed body while trying to figure out his own past transgressions. It doesn't come easy and for the most part he refuses to play along, confronting some of the damaging truths he was informed of face on. With no frame of reference his actions are abrupt and unnatural to those around him, further complicating his goal of self realization.
I wasn't sure what to expect from this movie in the slightest and wasn't actually prepared for such a heavy drama. I knew it was not related to the TV anime series of the same name from the turn of the century, but did anticipate a lighter atmosphere. This is a thick and depressing movie with a strong message about self worth and understanding the nature of people, especially those close to you. Those you may look at with tinted perceptions. The story is all about the development and the revealing of the character of Makoto and the way those closest to him impact his world and viewpoint. Makoto is a sullen and closed boy, who has chosen to live in his own reality to avoid the issues he has in real life.
The movie clocks in at a little over 2 hours and does move slowly but the ending did seem more abrupt than it should have been. It seemed sped up compared to the pacing of everything before it and the message may have suffered a little from that. The message is obviously to live life no matter how hard it may seem. The movie is a 2 hour suicide prevention PSA. The artwork works really well for the movie. Detailed beautiful backgrounds contrasted with the simple and 'ugly' character designs. Aside from what felt like an abrupt ending, my only other complaint with this movie was the quality of the voice acting, it seemed amateurish. Otherwise, this was a well done and enjoyed movie, it just may not be eagerly welcomed by all anime fans. Its serious, brooding and slow...preachy in context but an important message and a pretty decent way to deliver said message.
The movie is available streaming and on DVD in North America.
The main character of the movie is a nameless spirit who has died and is chosen for the chance to live again. He is returned to live in the body of a young boy, Makoto, who has committed suicide. With the help of a super natural guide, Purapura, the spirit is given the chance at life and eventual rebirth. The catch is, by living as Makoto he has to become aware of what he did wrong in his own life.
He quickly finds out that his temporary return to the realm of the living is difficult. The real Makoto decided on the path of death due to serious and world changing truths about the people around him and his own dejected life. The new Makoto has to work from zero to fit into the role of his borrowed body while trying to figure out his own past transgressions. It doesn't come easy and for the most part he refuses to play along, confronting some of the damaging truths he was informed of face on. With no frame of reference his actions are abrupt and unnatural to those around him, further complicating his goal of self realization.
I wasn't sure what to expect from this movie in the slightest and wasn't actually prepared for such a heavy drama. I knew it was not related to the TV anime series of the same name from the turn of the century, but did anticipate a lighter atmosphere. This is a thick and depressing movie with a strong message about self worth and understanding the nature of people, especially those close to you. Those you may look at with tinted perceptions. The story is all about the development and the revealing of the character of Makoto and the way those closest to him impact his world and viewpoint. Makoto is a sullen and closed boy, who has chosen to live in his own reality to avoid the issues he has in real life.
The movie clocks in at a little over 2 hours and does move slowly but the ending did seem more abrupt than it should have been. It seemed sped up compared to the pacing of everything before it and the message may have suffered a little from that. The message is obviously to live life no matter how hard it may seem. The movie is a 2 hour suicide prevention PSA. The artwork works really well for the movie. Detailed beautiful backgrounds contrasted with the simple and 'ugly' character designs. Aside from what felt like an abrupt ending, my only other complaint with this movie was the quality of the voice acting, it seemed amateurish. Otherwise, this was a well done and enjoyed movie, it just may not be eagerly welcomed by all anime fans. Its serious, brooding and slow...preachy in context but an important message and a pretty decent way to deliver said message.
The movie is available streaming and on DVD in North America.
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