Kimi ni todoke

It unfolds as a heartwarming and enchanting Japanese film, delivering a tender and relatable exploration of love, friendship, and the beauty of self-discovery.

At the center of this cinematic gem is the endearing character of Sawako, portrayed with grace and nuance by Mikako Tabe. Sawako's journey from social isolation to blossoming self-confidence is beautifully brought to life, thanks to Tabe's magnetic performance. Her portrayal captures the essence of Sawako's innocence, resilience, and the transformative power of genuine connections.

The film's strength lies in its ability to weave a compelling narrative around Sawako's interactions with her classmates, particularly Shota Kazehaya, played by Haruma Miura. The chemistry between Tabe and Miura is nothing short of magical, capturing the essence of a delicate and evolving romance. Miura's portrayal of Kazehaya adds depth to the character, making him a perfect counterpart to Sawako's sincerity.

The storytelling unfolds with a gentle yet compelling pace, allowing the audience to become emotionally invested in Sawako's journey. The film explores themes of acceptance, friendship, and the importance of being true to oneself. Sawako's character arc, from a misunderstood loner to someone who embraces her uniqueness, resonates on a universal level.

Visually, it is a treat for the senses. The cinematography captures the picturesque landscapes and the nuances of everyday life, adding a layer of visual poetry to the narrative. The use of color and light complements the emotional tone of each scene, creating an immersive experience for the viewer.

What sets this Japanese movie apart is its ability to evoke a range of emotions. From moments of heartfelt laughter to poignant reflections on the complexities of human relationships, the movie crafts an emotional landscape that feels authentic and deeply resonant.

The supporting cast adds delightful layers to the story, each character contributing to the overall warmth of the narrative. The friendships that blossom within Sawako's world are portrayed with sincerity, emphasizing the transformative power of genuine connections.

In conclusion, it is a cinematic gem that embraces the viewer with its charm, sincerity, and emotional depth. Mikako Tabe's standout performance, coupled with the enchanting chemistry between the lead characters, makes this Japanese film a must-watch for those seeking a heartwarming tale of love, self-discovery, and the beauty of genuine connections.

I was curious to see what the live action movie would look like. They did a wonderful job casting several of the roles. In the anime, they have the ability to really handle the raw emotions of being excluded or picked on. In the live action, they count on you just being smart enough to fill in the gaps. We of course do and it works but the emotions are much more powerful in the anime.

It's the first anime that's made me tear up and the movie did it to me also. If you like the anime, I recommend the movie. If you've never seen the anime, I still recommend the movie and I highly recommend the anime.

There is a manga that goes a bit further than both the movie and the anime...just FYI...

Watching the first 2 episodes of this would bring anyone to tears. You really feel bad for her. The actress that played sawako is very good and convincing. You almost feel like it actually happened. A popular boy later befriends her and gets her to open up and they eventually fall in love. The rest of the cast was very good as well. Her two friends who befriended her and later told her when she was trying to stay away from them that she was not causing them any problems. This was due to a rumor that was started by a jealous girl who in the end becomes her friend as well. The ending was full of too many holes and loose ends that weren't tied. You only saw sawako coming back to shota. What happened to Ryu. Did he not come back to the other girl and what about Ayane did she not come back from overseas. This was not a netflix original as this was just shown on netflix and the date of release was 2010. Can they rectify this? Yes they can make a movie to tie up all of the loose ends and show how the others fared. Had that been addressed during this series I would have rated it a 10.

I'm a fan of the anime and found the film to be quite charming and moving, the characters endearing and well acted and the overall feel of the film, wholesome. The casting was spot on for the principals. Mikako Tabe, as Sadako, was especially impressive, as were the the actors playing Chizu, Yanosan, Ryu and Kazehaya. I don't know if this film is for everyone, but as an older person, with a varied taste in film and entertainment genres, I rank it up there with The Railway Children and The Swiss Family Robinson. My only complaint were the constraints put on it time wise. Trying to fit a 24 episode anime into a two hour film is a difficult task. The filmmakers succeeded, but I and I'm sure most fans of Kimi Ni Todoke, could have easily sat through a four hour version.

The basic premise that this girl reminds everybody of the creepy chick from The Ring and this is why everybody in her class is afraid of her and treats her like a ghost is kind of dumb and not believable. The timid girl type is a japanese classic but it's quite overdone here to the point where it's not longer cute but tedious. Like, girl can you say one straight sentence without hesitating at every single word while looking a the floor? The drama is very trivial, basically stupid school girl problems like other girls being catty b-words and such, but there are still some nice moments and the romance part is okay. It's not a bad movie, but it doesn't really stand out either.