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How do we move on?
Call me Chihiro is a interesting little bit of drama. On the surface it seems to be like a perfectly balanced glass full of water. Everything is fine and everyone seems to be just getting on. But what if we add a few more drops to that glass? Will it spill out ? or will it maintain it's level and not spill. This is how I like to think of this plot.
The main plot of Chihiro deals with a young lady expertly played by Kasumi Arimura. Chihiro seemingly moves aimlessly through life in order to keep her self busy. On the opposite end we have Okaji who is quietly suffering inside because she is undoubtedly being suppressed by her family. Then we have Makoto, a young boy who is basically raising himself. I loved the chemistry between these 3 and how they helped each other grow by realizing different parts of their lives they had not yet experienced. Chihiro's warmth and spirit are the star here, helping everyone to grow and become better despite her own failures. I loved all the little character moments littered throughout the movie. All the background characters had profound effects on how Chihiro sees herself and it touched me.Her interactions with Tae are also some of the best character moments in the movie in my personal opinion. There's a scene towards the end that isn't even sad but it made me tear up because it contained so much warmth.
The cinematography in this movie is phenomenal. There's a few shots that capture that unique melancholic feel of being lost in your own thoughts and feelings and I think that it played a big part in the enjoyment of this movie. The music is beautiful and uplifting as well.
The ending might not be for everyone but if you understand Chihiro as a character it will make perfect sense. I liked how the ending was up to interpretation. The movie will feel different depending on how much hardship you lived in your life and I think it's ok if you don't feel strongly about this movie. But it's worth watching for some pure humanity.
I hope you find someone in your life to give an acorn to.
The main plot of Chihiro deals with a young lady expertly played by Kasumi Arimura. Chihiro seemingly moves aimlessly through life in order to keep her self busy. On the opposite end we have Okaji who is quietly suffering inside because she is undoubtedly being suppressed by her family. Then we have Makoto, a young boy who is basically raising himself. I loved the chemistry between these 3 and how they helped each other grow by realizing different parts of their lives they had not yet experienced. Chihiro's warmth and spirit are the star here, helping everyone to grow and become better despite her own failures. I loved all the little character moments littered throughout the movie. All the background characters had profound effects on how Chihiro sees herself and it touched me.Her interactions with Tae are also some of the best character moments in the movie in my personal opinion. There's a scene towards the end that isn't even sad but it made me tear up because it contained so much warmth.
The cinematography in this movie is phenomenal. There's a few shots that capture that unique melancholic feel of being lost in your own thoughts and feelings and I think that it played a big part in the enjoyment of this movie. The music is beautiful and uplifting as well.
The ending might not be for everyone but if you understand Chihiro as a character it will make perfect sense. I liked how the ending was up to interpretation. The movie will feel different depending on how much hardship you lived in your life and I think it's ok if you don't feel strongly about this movie. But it's worth watching for some pure humanity.
I hope you find someone in your life to give an acorn to.
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