"In the Summer When the War Ended": A moving story and its reviews

In the Summer When the War Ended - Sensou ga owattanatuni

The anime film "In the Summer When the War Ended," released on March 16, 1990, is a work that draws audiences in with its beautiful visuals and moving story, even as it deals with the heavy theme of the end of the war. The film was produced as an original anime work and released in theaters. It was distributed by Urban Product, with Aoki Yuzo as general director and Chino Koji as original author and scriptwriter. Kodansha, Kamakura Super Station, Hero Communications, and Urban Product are involved in the production.

story

"The Summer the War Ended" is set in Japan just after the end of World War II. The protagonist, a boy, loses his family due to the effects of the war and lives in solitude. However, one day he meets a girl who has also lost her family in the war, and the two decide to live together, supporting each other. The story depicts the two trying to find hope despite the scars of war.

character

The protagonist, a boy, is saddened by the loss of his family in the war, but has a strong will to live positively. His character symbolizes the cruelty of war and the strength of humanity. Meanwhile, the girl, although also a victim of war, has a pure heart that never loses kindness and hope. Her presence is a great support for the protagonist, and she plays a central role in the story.

Background

The film's production began with an original story and screenplay by Koji Chino. Chino wanted to convey the importance of peace and human strength by dealing with the theme of the end of war. Director in Chief Aoki Yuzo created beautiful backgrounds and moving scenes to visualize Chino's vision. Animation Director Yanagi Tatsuo also paid close attention to the characters' expressions and movements, successfully drawing the audience's empathy.

Visuals and Music

The visuals of "The Summer When the War Ended" leave a strong impression on the audience by contrasting the devastated landscapes of war with the beauty of nature. In particular, the final scene, where the beauty of the sunset intertwines with the hopes of the protagonists, leads to a moving climax. Music is also an important element that adds excitement to the story, and Morishige Hisaya's narration also enhances the atmosphere of the work.

Evaluation and impact

"In the Summer When the War Ended" was highly praised when it was released. Although it dealt with the theme of war, its story of hope and human love succeeded in touching the hearts of many audience members. This work also demonstrated the potential of animation to deal with social themes, and had a major influence on later anime works. In particular, it influenced the production of anime works with the theme of war, and many creators have taken inspiration from this work.

Recommendation

"The Summer When the War Ended" is a moving film that depicts the misery of war and the strength of humanity. I would especially recommend watching this film as an opportunity to think about the history of war and the importance of peace. The film's beautiful visuals and music are also part of its appeal, and it is recommended for anyone who wants to enjoy a moving story. Furthermore, this film shows the possibilities of animation, and is a must-see for anime fans.

More Information

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Release date

March 16, 1990 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

Distribution: Urban Products

■Frequencies

77th minute

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

・Original work: Koji Chino

■ Director

・General Director: Yuzo Aoki

■ Production

Kodansha, Kamakura Super Station, Hero Communications, Urban Products