Your April lie is over. Anime as a worldview

I racked my brain for a long time about how I could write my commentary on this anime, so that it would be clear how much and why I liked it, and at the same time describe it in such a way that it would be clear what awaits a potential viewer. I even rewatched the series for the second time before watching the last episode and, to my surprise, I was not at all bored as I expected. After the second viewing, I brushed all my ideas aside and decided to write differently:

I rarely give numerical ratings in comments. I immediately decided to base my comment specifically on the numerical rating of the anime. For me, it consists of four parts: 1 Drawing/graphics (call it what you like best). 2 Atmosphere. (all those small parts which make the anime atmospheric including music, pauses in dialogue, staging of static frames, opening and ending, etc.) 3 Plot (including characters). 4 Human factor or simply my emotions that arose towards the anime.

1 And so the drawing. She is very, very good again. The anime is very beautiful, probably the most beautiful I've ever watched. Damn, what’s worth depicting the moment when Watari scares Arima in one of the episodes or Arima’s embarrassment when Kaori touches his palm with hers. There are a lot of similar episodes, but they are less revealing. If such a depiction were to replace all the comedy inserts, it would be a masterpiece. But the situation with TV series is such that this is not yet possible. In any case, I think few people will argue with this; in terms of graphics, this anime is 10 out of 10.

2 Atmosphere. Sometimes she was torn. I was torn, first of all, by the authors’ excessive enthusiasm for flashbacks. But this is not the main disadvantage of the atmosphere. And the fact is that I will describe the plot in the category (what spoils this anime). Trying to be objective, I give the atmosphere an 8 out of 10.

3 Plot. The biggest bone of contention among viewers. Many spoke about the secondary nature, many about the woodenness of the characters, many about predictability, and so on.
Characters. I'll start with them. Whatever one may say, there is only one main character in this anime and this is, of course, Arima Kousei. Dot. All other characters are secondary or even in the background. No matter how important Kaori is, no matter how important Tsubaki or Watari are to the plot, they are only minor characters that influence Arima or show how Arima influences them. In the center is only Arima with his broken psyche thanks to the tragedy in his life associated with his mother. Arima who genius musician, Arima who is about to break down if nothing happens, Arima who has already managed to do a lot and who has already managed to survive a lot, despite such a young age, because he is only 14.
The secondary characters turned out to be uneven: Watari is an athlete and a womanizer, to be honest, for me he remained a moving picture. Tsubaki, then one comrade said that she was one of the gray masses and I was surprised: an athlete, a Komsomol member and simply a beauty, an uninteresting gray mass, and besides, she was far from stupid and also had a twinkle in her eyes... well, well. I would like to live in a world where such people are a gray mass. Well, Kaori, the most important among the minor ones: eccentric, overly emotional, poorly balanced, which is not surprising, a violinist who storms into Arima’s life. I love such images no matter what they are. For all the characters I can say this: everything is in place and in order. It was not possible to reveal and revive everyone completely or not at all (I’m hinting at Watari), as for the other characters appearing on the horizon, they generally come in the background and remain moving pictures.

Now here's what ruins this anime. There will be a couple of SPOILERS here.
The predictability of the plot is definitely a minus. The predictability in this work is extremely ridiculous. Already in the third episode, when Kaori gets off at the stop called Tatsuhara University Hospital, it becomes clear that Kaori is not a resident, but hope still glimmers. Because of what the author did with Kaori’s little paw, I want to tie him to the table and pull out all his paws with pliers. Already at the end of the 11th episode, when Kaori mentally tells Arima not to get used to the fact that she is nearby, the fact of her future death becomes undeniable. At this moment, there was a desire to drop the series. An experienced anime viewer can predict what happened next with two notes, or even do without notes at all, which some famously did in an ongoing bot.
SPOILERS ARE OVER.

In fact, secondaryness and predictability are one and the same. If anime is secondary, then it is predictable and vice versa, isn’t it. Yes, it is secondary with a bunch of templates and so on. But all this does not prevent him from being interesting. Unfortunately, what follows is the words I don’t like: despite. So, despite all the secondary things, I was interested in watching how Arima came to his senses and how he got on his feet as a musician. It was interesting for me to watch the competitions and how Arima struggled with himself and circumstances. And music. The music was wonderful, no matter what anyone says, the music in the anime is wonderful, as is the way the characters play and the opening theme with the ending theme, as well as the music accompanying the anime. Although the flashbacks spoiled the atmosphere, they clearly made it clear to the viewer what Arima had gone through and what he had to fight with. The characters were cleverly placed to show how Arima managed, thanks in part to them, to rise from her knees, even if some of them remained just pictures on the screen. Well, the ending was predictable but very beautiful with excellent music, whatever one may say.
And, trying to be objective, based on the plot of this anime, I can only give it a 6. No more. Not even. More precisely, it will be 5 points.

By simply calculating the arithmetic average we get objective 7.6 points.
And here the fourth factor that influences the rating of this anime comes into play. It hooked me. It hooked me so much that I watched it twice almost without having time to finish watching it. I am deeply parallel to all those disadvantages that experienced anime fans have dug up, and judging by their comments, they are not very stupid people. I deeply parallel the secondary nature and even what I would like to do with the authors, described in the paragraph with spoilers. I am deeply parallel to all the nonsense that cynical viewers will see in this anime (I would also like to advise them to go to Onizuka’s thread and disassemble the anime into pieces there). All of this is parallel to me, because it’s romantic, touching, musical, fun as a couple and just incredibly bright and beautiful.
So only 10 out of 10.

In conclusion: I don’t think I was able to describe this anime so that the viewer who was not watching would fully understand what awaits him. But I think I managed to convey, at least partially, my impression of this work. Naturally, I recommend it for viewing and I hope that you will like it as much as I do, or at least half as much as I do.

Your April lie... Only three words, but how many feelings and meaning are hidden in them. I put off writing a review of this anime for a long time, for a very long time, but the time has come to overcome myself and overcome the storm of emotions seething in the depths of my heart. I warn you right away - purely physically It’s impossible to write a review of “Your Lie in April” no spoilers. Therefore, I say in advance: this anime is definitely worth watching, you can proceed to watch it. Just keep in mind that it is emotionally strong, and if you, for example, are depressed, then watching it will only get worse. If for certain reasons you are not afraid of spoilers (and in the case of “Your Lie in April” they can really spoil the viewing experience), then you can continue reading the review. I warned you!

Brief intelligence

So, musical anime Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso ("Your Lie in April", " Your lie in April") was released at the end of 2014 - beginning of 2015 by the studio A-1 Pictures. A total of 22 episodes were shown, and in the spring of 2015 an additional episode (OVA) about the very young main characters was released. The series was broadcast on the Japanese channel Fuji TV as part of the block noitaminA. The original for the anime this time is the popular manga, and one is associated with it interesting fact: The manga ended just a month before the anime ended! That is, even the most ardent fans found out about the ending only a month before everyone else. A curious technique thanks to which it was possible to attract increased attention, while increasing manga sales.

Your April lie tells the story of a talented pianist - fourteen years old Kousei Arima. As a child, he won absolutely every competition in which he participated, thanks to tireless training under the guidance of his strict mother. However, his mother was seriously ill, and after her death, Kosei lost the ability to hear himself play, as a result of which he gave up playing the piano. Since then, the whole world seems monotonous and devoid of bright colors. The only joy in his life remains his friends - his neighbor and friend. This continued until a headstrong violinist named She brazenly burst into his gray life. She will help the main character return to the world of music, whether he wants it or not.

First impressions can be deceiving. I was convinced of this on by example. When I watched the first episode of “Your Lie in April,” I abandoned further viewing until better times. It seemed to me that this was another stupid anime about ordinary schoolchildren who free time play on musical instruments and sort things out with each other. Damn it, I've never been so wrong in my life...

Returning to watching a month later, I watched all 22 episodes in a couple of days - the whirlpool of emotions is so addictive. I again felt like an ordinary fourteen-year-old schoolboy, watching what was happening not through a monitor screen, but standing somewhere next to the characters at arm's length. It’s as if everything happens not with drawn anime characters, but with people you know well, with your friends. I haven't experienced anything like this in a long, long time. The sensations from such viewing are many times stronger than usual.

Characters

Okay, it's time to take a closer look at the main characters. There are four of them in total:

A pianist who has lost the ability to hear himself play. Even though Kosei was afraid of his mother, he loved her and tried to win all competitions in the hope that it would make her feel better. It is not surprising that after her death, Kosei lost his purpose in life. So he would have lived at half capacity if he had not met life path one sassy violinist.

I think many people might not like such an insecure and “ordinary” protagonist. But think for yourself: how would you grow up if you were constantly under the yoke of your mother? What would you be like if you experienced everything that Kosei experienced? Even though he also wanted to have fun with his friends, he trained hard all day long to please his mother. I liked Kosei: he is a simple, talented guy who has survived many cruel trials. As the plot develops, he reveals his soul to those around him, which arouses even greater sympathy.

Beautiful violinist living life to the fullest, kind and sweet. While still a little girl, she saw Kosei perform, and since then her dream has been to play a duet with him. Since childhood, Kaori had poor health, which is why she was often hospitalized. Having learned that she did not have long left, she decided to live the way she wanted, so as not to regret anything in heaven. Since Kaori understood that Tsubaki would not be happy with the request to introduce her to Kosei, she decided to use a little trick - “your April lie.” She said that she was in love with Ryota, because it was the only way to get closer to the inseparable trinity. And this was the only way she could finally meet the man who inspired her to play the violin, and play a duet with him.

One of the most beautiful female characters from all that I have seen. It's impossible not to fall in love with her. There are people around whom there is literally a special atmosphere- an atmosphere of positivity and joy of life. Therefore, it is not surprising that Kosei fell in love with Kaori, because in her he saw his opposite, he strived to become like her: do what he wants, play the way he wants, in general, enjoy life. Many people should learn optimism from Kaori, otherwise sometimes you walk down the street, look at the lean faces of those around you, and you yourself feel sick.

Kosei's childhood friend. She was always next to him. Honest and fair, she always puts the interests of her friends ahead of her own. She expressed herself about Kosei as follows: “He’s like a good-for-nothing little brother to me.” . However, as the story progresses, the fact that she is in love with Kosei becomes apparent. Everyone sees this except themselves. Tsubaki is the only one who was friends with Kosei as a child, despite his strict mother. Tsubaki is very athletic and is on the baseball team at school.

Yes, we can say that Tsubaki’s type is stereotyped - a childhood friend in love with the main character. But you know, I can’t even dare say something like that. Still, she turned out no worse than Kaori. Tsubaki herself did not understand how dear Kosei was to her, she did not understand until she began to lose him. As they say: we don't value what we have until we lose it. So appreciate what you have!

Another friend of Kousei. Captain of the football team, renowned heartthrob. What doesn't stop him from being good friend for both Tsubaki and Kosei. Moreover, he is one of the first to realize that Kaori actually loves Kosei.

Even though he is one of the four main characters, he was given a small role in the plot. I think it was added to show his contrast with Kosei. After all, to be happy, you don’t have to be popular with girls and win sports competitions. It’s enough to do what you love and don’t leave your chosen path even one step. Even when it’s hard and you want to give up.

In addition to the four main characters listed, there are also about six to seven minor ones. Detailed list I won’t cite them, but I will note that all the minor characters are in their places. I don’t see any superfluous among them; each one conveys some idea and plays its own role in the plot. For example, Takeshi Aiza and Emi Igawa demonstrate that competition can lead to positive results, and that you should not make idols for yourself, so as not to be disappointed later. Or, for example, Kosei's mother is a shining example what you shouldn’t try to implement in your children own dreams. In general, I have no questions about the choice of characters: everyone has their place.

Plot

Plot can easily be divided into two parts of eleven episodes each. If the first part is light and bright, and is mainly devoted to the internal struggle of Kosei with his mother, then the second part is much sadder. An attentive viewer will notice that even the color scheme changes - if in the first part of the series the picture is pink and light, then the second part takes on gray shades. In general, such a plot structure is more than justified: only in this way can the maximum psychological effect be achieved. The viewer needs to gain common memories with the anime characters so that they can later empathize with them.

While I have no complaints about the second part of the plot, I didn’t like a couple of points in the first part. The first is a huge number of flashbacks, that is, scenes where the characters remember what happened in their past. This was especially abused in the moments when the characters play the piano. And the second thing is story line about Kosei's mother. It's too long and I found it boring. Not everyone will be interested in watching the mental torment of the main character, especially if he psychological problem may seem strange. To summarize: the first part of the anime is a little long and not without its shortcomings, the second part is simply gorgeous.

A few words about ending. I've heard a lot negative reviews on this occasion. However, I categorically disagree with them - in my opinion, I couldn't imagine a better ending. A happy ending would ruin the impression. I would never trade the pleasant melancholy in my heart for the sugary sweetness of a good ending. Moreover, with a happy ending, we would not have had that wonderful letter, every line of which penetrates to the depths of our souls. The young violinist with sparkling eyes will remain in my memory for a long time, as well as in the memory of the millions of viewers who watched this anime. This means that we have fulfilled Kaori’s main wish. “You came from where it is always spring. You exist only there and nowhere else.”

Panache

Okay, we've looked at the characters, we've looked at the plot. It's time to move on to panache. She is unusual and amazingly beautiful. At first, the design of the characters (especially their lips) may seem unusual, but after watching a couple of episodes you don’t notice such little things. Gorgeously drawn backgrounds, gorgeously drawn characters. I knew that A-1 Pictures knew how to draw cool, but in “Your Lie in April” they outdid themselves. Another very cool fact is that the color scheme matches the general atmosphere and conveys the mood. I took a huge number of screenshots, everything is clearly visible on them.

Music

Music. The main reason for watching “Your Lie in April” was the music. I love musical anime, what can I do? Of course, it did not disappoint me: the immortal classic will never get old. Music is the key to people's hearts, it is universal language communication. Classical music has a special way of reaching the most hidden corners human soul. And I am grateful to “Your Lie in April” for motivating me to continue playing the guitar. I think that watching it can also serve as an impetus for you to engage in creativity, because this is the easiest way to remain in people’s memories forever, as Kaori wanted.

Drama

When I started watching, I didn't expect to see this anime at all. drama. Yes, there are a couple of moments in the plot when Kaori subtly hints about her illness, but I still wasn’t ready for the ending. Before this only Clannad was able to squeeze out a stingy male tear from me, now to this short list is added Your April lie. If I, a non-sentimental person, was able to be touched by Kaori’s story, then for some it can have an extremely strong effect. The scene on the roof of the hospital is just something. And reading a letter on the roof of the school is in no way inferior to it. The most painful thing is to realize that somewhere in our vast world something really could have happened. similar story, whose heroes were real people. I can't even imagine what they had to go through. Watching what is happening from the outside is one thing, but experiencing something like this yourself is completely different. Especially if you, like the anime characters, are only fourteen years old.

I think some of you might say: “What’s wrong with that? Anyone can come up with a sob story. Nothing special, and nothing worth admiring.” . You know, I've already seen so many anime that I've lost count. And only two scenarios were able to break through the defenses of my heart and made me truly empathize with the main characters. To do this we must intertwine together beautiful and touching story, well-chosen characters, high-quality art and music. And it is extremely rare for all these characteristics to be at a high level at the same time. It takes a lot of work on every aspect of an anime to make it look like Your Lie in April. I am in awe of the work A-1 Pictures has done.

Humor

For all its drama, the anime is very skillfully diluted humor. Just like our life - it also consists of a series of black and white stripes. No one can be sad or happy all the time. The competent use of humor makes the characters closer to the viewer, this is what makes them alive. Few people want to empathize with a depressed bundle of hopelessness. All the more valuable to me is Kaori’s character: even knowing that she will soon die, she does not give up and thoroughly enjoys every minute she lives. Isn't this the meaning of life? Who knows…

Ratings

Characters - 10.0. I just can't give Kaori anything else.

Plot - 8.0. The second part of the anime is very powerful. I have several complaints about the first part, which I described above in the review.

Drawing - 10.0. Just look at the screenshots.

Music - 10.0. Excellent. Not only is it used in the anime classical music, so the openings and endings are gorgeous. Listen and enjoy

Drama - 10.0. I don’t want to repeat myself, I have already described all my feelings above. I'll just say one word - incomparable.

Conclusion

You know, I thought for a long time about what final grade I should give. From an emotional point of view, the anime deserves the highest rating. I remember being a week away from watching it for the first time. Your April lie— it had such a strong effect on me. So emotional strong anime has not appeared for a long time, and is unlikely to appear in the near future. A must watch, but be prepared for the fact that it can have both a motivating and depressing effect on you. It all depends on the interpretation and your life position.

Your April lie... Only three words, but how many feelings and meaning are hidden in them. I put off writing a review of this anime for a long time, for a very long time, but the time has come to overcome myself and overcome the storm of emotions seething in the depths of my heart. I warn you right away - it is physically impossible to write a review of the anime “Your Lie in April” without spoilers. Therefore, I say in advance: this anime is definitely worth watching, you can proceed to watch it. Just keep in mind that it is emotionally strong, and if you, for example, are depressed, then watching it will only get worse. If for certain reasons you are not afraid of spoilers (and in the case of “Your Lie in April” they can really spoil the viewing experience), then you can continue reading the review. I warned you!

Brief information

So, the musical anime Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso (“Your Lie in April”) was released in late 2014 - early 2015 by A-1 Pictures. A total of 22 episodes were shown, and in the spring of 2015 an additional episode (OVA) about the very young main characters was released. The series was broadcast on the Japanese channel Fuji TV as part of the noitaminA block. This time the anime is based on a popular manga, and one interesting fact is connected with it: the release of the manga ended just a month before the end of the anime! That is, even the most ardent fans learned about the ending only a month before everyone else. A curious technique that allowed the anime to attract increased attention, while at the same time increasing sales of the manga.

“Your Lie in April” tells us the story of a talented pianist, fourteen-year-old Kousei Arima. As a child, he won absolutely every competition in which he participated, thanks to tireless training under the guidance of his strict mother. However, his mother was seriously ill, and after her death, Kosei lost the ability to hear himself play, as a result of which he gave up playing the piano. Since then, the whole world seems to him monotonous and devoid of bright colors. The only joy in his life remains his friends - his neighbor Tsubaki Sawabe and his friend Ryota Watari. This continued until a headstrong violinist named Kaori Miyazono brazenly burst into his drab life. She will help the main character return to the world of music, whether he wants it or not.

First impressions can be deceiving. I was convinced of this by my own example. When I watched the first episode of “Your Lie in April,” I abandoned further viewing until better times. It seemed to me that this was another stupid anime about ordinary schoolchildren who play musical instruments in their free time and sort things out with each other. Damn it, I've never been so wrong in my life...

Returning to watching it a month later, I watched all 22 episodes in a couple of days - the whirlpool of emotions is so addictive. I again felt like an ordinary fourteen-year-old schoolboy, watching what was happening not through a monitor screen, but standing somewhere next to the characters at arm’s length. It’s as if everything happens not with drawn anime characters, but with people you know well, with your friends. I haven't experienced anything like this for a long, long time. The sensations from such viewing are many times stronger than usual.

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Main characters

Okay, it's time to take a closer look at the main characters. There are four of them in total:

Kousei Arima.

A pianist who has lost the ability to hear himself play. Even though Kosei was afraid of his mother, he loved her and tried to win all competitions in the hope that it would make her feel better. It is not surprising that after her death, Kosei lost his purpose in life. So he would have lived at half capacity if he had not met one daring violinist on his life’s path.

I think many people might not like such an insecure and “ordinary” protagonist. But think for yourself: how would you grow up if you were constantly under the yoke of your mother? What would you be like if you experienced everything that Kosei experienced? Even though he also wanted to have fun with his friends, he trained hard all day long to please his mother. I liked Kosei: he is a simple, talented guy who has survived many cruel trials. As the plot develops, he reveals his soul to those around him, which arouses even greater sympathy.

Kaori Miyazono.

A beautiful violinist who lives life to the fullest, is kind and sweet. While still a little girl, she saw Kosei perform, and since then her dream has been to play a duet with him. Since childhood, Kaori had poor health, which is why she was often hospitalized. Having learned that she did not have long left, she decided to live the way she wanted, so as not to regret anything in heaven. Since Kaori understood that Tsubaki would not be happy with the request to introduce her to Kosei, she decided to use a little trick - “your April lie.” She said that she was in love with Ryota, because it was the only way to get closer to the inseparable trinity. And this was the only way she could finally meet the man who inspired her to play the violin, and play a duet with him.

One of the most beautiful female characters I've ever seen. It's impossible not to fall in love with her. There are people around whom a special atmosphere literally hovers - an atmosphere of positivity and joy of life. Therefore, it is not surprising that Kosei fell in love with Kaori, because in her he saw his opposite, he strived to become like her: do what he wants, play the way he wants, in general, enjoy life. Many people should learn optimism from Kaori, otherwise sometimes you walk down the street, look at the lean faces of those around you, and you yourself feel sick.

Tsubaki Sawabe.

Kosei's childhood friend. She was always next to him. Honest and fair, she always puts the interests of her friends ahead of her own. She expressed herself about Kosei as follows: “He’s like a good-for-nothing younger brother to me.” However, as the story progresses, the fact that she is in love with Kosei becomes apparent. Everyone sees this except themselves. Tsubaki is the only one who was friends with Kosei as a child, despite his strict mother. Tsubaki is very athletic and is on the baseball team at school.

Yes, we can say that Tsubaki has a stereotyped type - a childhood friend in love with the main character. But you know, I can’t even dare say something like that. Still, she turned out no worse than Kaori. Tsubaki herself did not understand how dear Kosei was to her, she did not understand until she began to lose him. As they say: we don't value what we have until we lose it. So appreciate what you have!

Ryota Watari

Another friend of Kousei. Captain of the football team, renowned heartthrob. That doesn't stop him from being a good friend to both Tsubaki and Kosei. Moreover, he is one of the first to realize that Kaori actually loves Kosei. Even though he is one of the four main characters, he was given a small role in the plot. I think it was added to show his contrast with Kosei. After all, to be happy, you don’t have to be popular with girls and win sports competitions. It’s enough to do what you love and don’t leave your chosen path even one step. Even when it’s hard and you want to give up.

In addition to the four main characters listed, there are also about six to seven minor ones. I will not give a detailed list, but I will note that all the minor characters are in their places. I don’t see any superfluous among them; each one conveys some idea and plays its own role in the plot. For example, Takeshi Aiza and Emi Igawa demonstrate that competition can lead to positive results, and that you should not make idols for yourself, so as not to be disappointed later. Or, for example, Kosei’s mother is a shining example of the fact that you shouldn’t try to realize your own dreams in your children. In general, I have no questions about the choice of characters: everyone has their place.

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The plot can easily be divided into two parts of eleven episodes each. If the first part is light and bright, and is mainly devoted to the internal struggle of Kosei with his mother, then the second part is much sadder. An attentive viewer will notice that even the color scheme changes - if in the first part of the series the picture is pink and light, then the second part takes on gray shades. In general, such a plot structure is more than justified: only in this way can the maximum psychological effect be achieved. The viewer needs to gain common memories with the anime characters so that they can later empathize with them.

While I have no complaints about the second part of the plot, I didn’t like a couple of points in the first part. The first is a huge number of flashbacks, that is, scenes where the characters remember what happened in their past. This was especially abused in the moments when the characters play the piano. And the second is the storyline about Kosei's mother. It's too long and I found it boring. Not everyone will be interested in watching the mental torment of the main character, especially given that his psychological problem may seem strange. To summarize: the first part of the anime is a little drawn out and is not without its shortcomings, the second part is simply gorgeous.

A few words about the ending. I've heard a lot of negative reviews about this. However, I categorically disagree with them - in my opinion, it was simply impossible to come up with a better ending. A happy ending would ruin the impression. I would never trade the pleasant melancholy in my heart for the sugary sweetness of a good ending. Moreover, with a happy ending, we would not have had that wonderful letter, every line of which penetrates to the depths of our souls. The young violinist with sparkling eyes will remain in my memory for a long time, as well as in the memory of the millions of viewers who watched this anime. This means that we have fulfilled Kaori’s main wish. “You came from where it is always spring. You exist only there and nowhere else.”

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Okay, we've looked at the characters, we've looked at the plot. It's time to move on to drawing. She is unusual and amazingly beautiful. At first, the design of the characters (especially their lips) may seem unusual, but after watching a couple of episodes you don’t notice such little things. Gorgeously drawn backgrounds, gorgeously drawn characters. I knew that A-1 Pictures knew how to draw cool, but in “Your Lie in April” they outdid themselves. Another very cool fact is that the color scheme matches the general atmosphere and conveys the mood. I took a huge number of screenshots, everything is clearly visible on them.

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The main reason for watching “Your Lie in April” was the music. I love musical anime, what can I do? Of course, it did not disappoint me: the immortal classic will never get old. Music is the key to people's hearts, it is the universal language of communication. Classical music has a special way of reaching the most hidden corners of the human soul. Watching it can serve as an impetus for creativity, because this is the easiest way to remain in people’s memories forever, as Kaori wanted.

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When I started watching, I didn't expect to see drama in this anime at all. Yes, there are a couple of moments in the plot when Kaori subtly hints about her illness, but I still wasn’t ready for the ending. Before this, only Clannad made me cry over and over again. The scene on the roof of the hospital is just something. And reading a letter on the roof of the school is in no way inferior to it. The most painful thing is to realize that somewhere in our vast world a similar story could really happen, the heroes of which were real people. I can't even imagine what they had to go through. Watching what is happening from the outside is one thing, but experiencing something like this yourself is completely different. Especially if you, like the anime characters, are only fourteen years old.

I think some of you might say: “What’s wrong with that? Anyone can come up with a sob story. It’s nothing special, and there’s no point in admiring something like that.” You know, I’ve already seen such a huge number of anime that I’ve lost count (537). And the number of scenarios that were able to break through the defenses of my heart and made me truly empathize with the main characters can be counted on my fingers. To do this, a beautiful and touching story, well-chosen characters, and high-quality music must be woven together. And it is extremely rare for all these characteristics to be at a high level at the same time. It takes a lot of work on every aspect of an anime to make it look like Your Lie in April. I am in awe of the work A-1 Pictures has done.

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For all its drama, the anime is very skillfully diluted with humor. Just like our life - it also consists of a series of black and white stripes. No one can be sad or happy all the time. The competent use of humor makes the characters closer to the viewer; this is what makes them come alive. Few people want to empathize with a depressed bundle of hopelessness. All the more valuable to me is Kaori’s character: even knowing that she will soon die, she does not give up and thoroughly enjoys every minute she lives. Isn't this the meaning of life? Who knows…

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Characters - 10.0. I just can't give Kaori anything else.

Plot - 8.0. The second part of the anime is very powerful. I have several complaints about the first part, which I described above in the review.

Drawing - 10.0. Just look at the screenshots.

Music - 10.0. Excellent. Not only does the anime use classical music, but the opening and ending sequences are gorgeous. Listen and enjoy

Drama - 10.0. I don’t want to repeat myself, I have already described all my feelings above. I will say only one word - incomparable.

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Conclusion

You know, I thought for a long time about what final grade I should give. From an emotional point of view, the anime deserves the highest rating. I remember how I was still a week away from watching “Your Lie in April” for the first time - it had such a strong effect on me. Such an emotionally powerful anime has not appeared for a long time, and is unlikely to appear in the near future. A must watch, but be prepared for the fact that it can have both a motivating and depressing effect on you. It all depends on the interpretation and your position in life. However, despite all the advantages, I cannot give the highest rating due to the weak first part of the plot.

In the world of Naruto, two years flew by unnoticed. Former newcomers joined the ranks of experienced shinobi at the rank of chunin and jonin. The main characters did not sit still - each became a student of one of the legendary Sannin - the three great ninjas of Konoha. The guy in orange continued his training with the wise but eccentric Jiraiya, gradually ascending to a new level of combat skill. Sakura became the assistant and confidant of the healer Tsunade, the new leader of the Leaf Village. Well, Sasuke, whose pride led to his expulsion from Konoha, entered into a temporary alliance with the sinister Orochimaru, and each believes that they are only using the other for the time being.

The brief respite ended, and events once again rushed with hurricane speed. In Konoha, the seeds of old strife sown by the first Hokage are sprouting again. The mysterious Akatsuki leader has set in motion a plan for world domination. There is turmoil in the Sand Village and neighboring countries, old secrets are resurfacing everywhere, and it is clear that someday the bills will have to be paid. The long-awaited continuation of the manga inspired new life into the series and new hope into the hearts of countless fans!

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