movies ⁽²⁾

The anime "A Silent Voice" inspires work on the feeling of guilt.

Through the film, one can feel how devastating guilt can be for a person.

In my view, guilt is the fruit of the Law (in the terms as used by Apostle Paul). And while the law is good, the consequences of the law can be destructive. Love, grace, openness, and acceptance can save a person. The law, on the other hand, traps him.

The theme of school bullying also resonated, which is approached from a different angle in this anime.

By the way, this film has a very high rating, and I liked it, although many questions remained after watching.

A wonderful and profound film about experiencing guilt imposed from childhood. It's about how love, friendship, and empathy pull a person out of a vicious cycle of self-hatred. It reveals the possibility to live. It seems the Japanese made it, but it's so relatable to situations experienced by people in our homeland. I believe this movie can be therapeutic for those who are going through something similar.

I recommend a beautiful viewing.