I tell people you can see how this is directed by a woman, because in the end, you ugly cry, BUT the director gives you a trailing shot of a couple minutes before rolling credits. I still believe that's time for the audience to wipe their tears and snot before the light comes back up.
Anybody who even mentions Maquia gets my eternal respect, that's how I know they're an OG. Knowing your channel tho, I had a feeling you would make a review. Thanks for proving me right lol.
Mari Okada is definitely one of the most emotional storytellers in anime. My favourite of her works tend to be melancholy and angsty ones. I thought she had lost it a bit after anohana, nagi no asukara and anthem of the heart but her newest series O Maidens brought back all that I love from her. Thanks for the beautiful video as always.
One of my all-time favorite movies. I watched the movie without having seen any trailers and only knowing it was directed by Okada. I only wish there were more people in my local cinema watching it.
The film was never in a theater near me, but I was interested in the film due to the director being the writer to Anohana. I ended up buying the blue ray. Though I wish i could afford the CE version.
This didn't make the cinema where I live. However I'm a member of a film club where we put forward films to screen and I suggested this so fingers crossed.
I work at a library and we have a copy of Maquia that I see just about every time I shelve dvds, so if it's there when I work tonight I'll check it out.
Oh Man, There the promised flower blooms is such a gem. I really fell in love than I first saw it, somehow the struggles story of an immortal girl seems more real than all the media we consume in the last decade, I am not saying that the shows now are all bad, but they all are disconnected with the audience, you can't relate to a character and you can't feel , in Maquia though I get a feeling like I am speaking to my grandmother and he passes me the knowledge and struggles of her youth. I love this movie, and I recommend it to all of you
@@Firechick12012 yeah but after seeing the video and realizing that Leilia is a projection of the mother of the producer I can understand why she is like that
I'm speechless. I have already seen Maquia and cried my eyes out. Tapped on the vid and i was instantly brought to tears the moment the first scene cut off and you started narrating. You give us so many feels BG. Thank you. Thank you for your research into this.
@@odinstemple1832 couldn't agree more. In a way, it's a movie that could stand the test of time imo. I feel like, regardless of what or how you're going through something. It touches you; it touches the parts of you that relate to the movie. The smallest amount of kindness or empathy are enough to make you understand its message, and making you want to relate yourself/life to it.
Immortality is not a blessing, it's one of the darkest curses you can imagine. Maquia is a hauntingly beautiful story that shows this fact again and again. AnoHana introduced me to Mari Okada's style of storytelling, but Maquia has made me fall in love with it. This movie needs more people to watch it, i still consider it an insult that it has received so little attention thus far. Thank you, Joe and Isla, for shedding some much-needed light on this film.
Regardless of how you feel about her work (personally thought AnoHana, Hanasaku Iroha, NagiAsu, Wixoss, Dragon Pilot, and now O Maidens were some of the best shows their respective years, and that complaints of "melodrama" usually don't hold up to scrutiny), I think it's good that we have a creator like Okada out there. Someone who is able to break down the barriers around anime screenwriting and get her name out there, when usually those responsible for screenplays and series composition are all but unknown to the wider anime-watching populace.
I can't wait to see how Okada's work continues to evolve. I'm super excited for her second directorial work 'Alice and Therese's Illusion Factory'. Honestly if she keeps things up I feel like she could become like the female Miyazaki.
Man that first part of the video is a brutal recontextualization of every work Okada has ever done, especially Maquia. And the rest is no slouch. What a great ode to Mari Okada. She's the only writer that actually makes me give shit about narrative, because her works's characters are always so true to life that I rarely even care if the narrative is making any sense or not. Though that isn't to say that she's bad at narrative. She's been progresively becoming better at it, with Maquia being a masterwork in narrative, theme and, of course, characters. But as flawed as some of her works might be, I still consider her one of the best writers out there, and one of my personal favorites.
I'm so damn happy this video ended up going a different way because the way it went was so insightful, I feel like I understand Okada a bit more! Thank you so much for letting me be a part of another video - this was a true pleasure!
I knew Okada's life was bad I had no idea about her relationship with her mother. This brings all her works into a whole new context. Thank you for this well-edited insightful video. I shelved watching this vid for a few days cuz I knew I had to be emotionally ready (I was on the verge of tears the entire time).
Wanted to tell you how incredible your video is. Amazing how you weaved mari and maquias story. Really helped me to understand the movie a bit better :D
I wish Mari Okada makes more of these genre of works, because she knows best of these feels and emotions (slice of life, nostalgic moments) involved while these movies and animes are being realised through her directory.
That was beautiful. Your shedding a light on the background of Mari Okada made it even more so. Her life, her works, and this video has inspired me. The words about how she wanted to make anime that would have an impact on people's lives, change the way people think, or that would change the colours of the world of them, because that's what anime did for her. It's almost the same as the things that have been floating around in my mind of wanting to create works that make people think, touch people's hearts, and change people's lives, to make works that have as much of an impact on other people as those works had on me. Thanks for this video. Truly beautiful, especially for an underrated film such as Maquia. Please continue to make videos like this.
I'm so lucky that this movie was brought to Mexican theaters recently. It was worth the wait and it is an amazing movie. I hope more people have the chance to watch it.
We all have our personal likings and dislikings, it's not biased at all. Though, what biased actually is when one thinks that his/her favourite is better, special and superior than everyone elses. P.S.- It's also one of my most favourite anime movies of all time.
I could listen to this man talk for hours, it's criminal that this was only 11 minute 43 seconds long. here's a like but don't stop making great content.
It's a beautiful movie, but I have no idea how the story relates so much to Mari Okada own lives. Now, I'm shedding a tear again and might never watch this the same way in the future. :")
I did not see the film the way you saw it. And honestly, it's a gorgeous way of looking at it. For me, as I was struggling with anxiety, panic attacks and fear of death, I saw this movie as a reconciliation with death itself and what lays beyond in the decisions we take, the connections we make and the grand beauty in its dramatic end.
I always say, anime is an art contest, not a writing contest. But sometimes, there are writers like Okada that show me the two aren't mutually exclusive.
Geez! Wow! What an interesting, compelling narrative you've woven into this! It is truly a great video! Congratulations, I've loved the progression of your videos over the past years! I've loved being a part and witnessing it!
I watched this movie almost about a year ago with a friend. We both found ourselves looking at the blank screen for a while when the movie ended, appreciating-ly of course. To know Mari Okada had such a background and delivered such a story after many others shown in the video that I could definitely recognize, it only adds to how beautiful the movie was. Great work on this video and many thanks!
Having loved Maquia since it came out, and having my own mother/daughter strifes. I found this film very eye opening and healing. It came to me at a time when I could see the differences in all the mothers portrayed in the film. Including Maquia herself. I think that is what made all the difference. Being able to see is what helps us to realise reality for what it is. And it takes maturity and grit to remain hopeful in spite of the those things we see with our new eyes. Films like this help us to gain those eyes. x) Honestly cant make it past the second half of the video. 😂😂😂
Maquia will always be one of my favorite films. When i need a good cry, this is the one i watch. I ordered the bluray after watching the movie on youtube, sobbing uncontrollably while the credits were still rolling. One of these days ill get through the ending without crying, but it wont be anytime soon
Just watched Maquia last night (subbed) and loved it. It's been on my to-buy list for years, for no real reason except I knew you'd done a review of it (that I hadn't watched - I don't look at your reviews until I've got the film in hand). I'll be watching it again tonight. But finding out the backstory of its director makes it even more fascinating. So I am as usual happy to have watched one of your videos to get even more from my anime viewing. Many thanks, and hoping that you have a great 2022. Cheers!
FINALLY U DID MAQUIA. I was wondering months ago why these masterpieces (at least for me it is) was not in your channel. Thank you thank you thank you so muchh!😭
I didn't watch any other work from Mari Okada besides Kiznaviers, which I loved. I enjoyed Maquia without knowing one bit of the context you give in here. If I would watch it again it would feel a lot more complex and obviously more touching. Always good to watch your videos, thank you very much!
Anticipated this movie when i first saw the trailer and watched it on the plane flight home. Almost cried because it was so breathtakingly beautiful but had to stop myself because i was sitting next to a stranger haha
As always, thanks for the amazing content you create! Maquia has been a favorite of mine for a while now, and hearing your thoughts about it made my day.
Charlie Chaplin also had a way of incorporating autobiographical parts of his life story into his silent movies, most notably his first feature length film: The Kid (1921).
Hearing about Okada's problematic childhood makes me feel quilty for not enjoying Anohana. I may not be able to watch this beautiful movie, but at least I can watch her series on streaming services and maybe learn to appreciate her a bit more. As always, thanks for the great video Joe
this movie leave a hole in me heart, at the end it but only manage cover it and not fill it. i feel empty sad and anger but cover it with joy but i still feel empty and want it more.
I truly appreciate the hard work you put into these videos giving us incredible insights through your expertise on the genres. Excellent again as per usual!
I watched this movie on my flight to China (it was a layover) and it was sad.I really love this movie and I feel like not enough people know this movie.
Shoot! I haven't seen this film yet and dont want spoilers... I'm sure it's absolutely fantastic!! I really gotta see it soon!! Came here to leave a Like for you because I LOOOOVE your work!!!!! Everything you say in your videos are always so impactful!!!
*Maquia gets mentioned*
Me: *ugly cries on command*
I tell people you can see how this is directed by a woman, because in the end, you ugly cry, BUT the director gives you a trailing shot of a couple minutes before rolling credits. I still believe that's time for the audience to wipe their tears and snot before the light comes back up.
@@Oveyz I was lucky enough to see it in a full art house theater, and I swear, there wasn't a dry eye in the house.
Same
I’m telling all my friends and family to watch this movie because of how beautiful this is.
I still haven't seen that movie.
I had no clue about Okada’s personal life and how tightly intertwined Maquia was to it. This was profound.
Anybody who even mentions Maquia gets my eternal respect, that's how I know they're an OG. Knowing your channel tho, I had a feeling you would make a review. Thanks for proving me right lol.
Mari Okada is definitely one of the most emotional storytellers in anime. My favourite of her works tend to be melancholy and angsty ones. I thought she had lost it a bit after anohana, nagi no asukara and anthem of the heart but her newest series O Maidens brought back all that I love from her.
Thanks for the beautiful video as always.
One of my all-time favorite movies. I watched the movie without having seen any trailers and only knowing it was directed by Okada. I only wish there were more people in my local cinema watching it.
I would've joined you in a heart beat, and maybe watched it 5 times
The film was never in a theater near me, but I was interested in the film due to the director being the writer to Anohana. I ended up buying the blue ray. Though I wish i could afford the CE version.
I stumbled upon a few chapters of the manga adaption. Wanted to know more about the story and found the movie. Best decision ever.
This didn't make the cinema where I live. However I'm a member of a film club where we put forward films to screen and I suggested this so fingers crossed.
@@poleaxed6447 Good luck
when the maquia theme played ( 4:42 ) I felt a pierce in my heartttttt. Maquia is definitely underrated, and is sucha beautiful story.
It's named Viator
I work at a library and we have a copy of Maquia that I see just about every time I shelve dvds, so if it's there when I work tonight I'll check it out.
Highly recommend it along with a box of tissues!
Sooo have you watched it?
Prepare for your heart to break a million times!
Oh Man, There the promised flower blooms is such a gem. I really fell in love than I first saw it, somehow the struggles story of an immortal girl seems more real than all the media we consume in the last decade, I am not saying that the shows now are all bad, but they all are disconnected with the audience, you can't relate to a character and you can't feel , in Maquia though I get a feeling like I am speaking to my grandmother and he passes me the knowledge and struggles of her youth. I love this movie, and I recommend it to all of you
@@Firechick12012 yeah but after seeing the video and realizing that Leilia is a projection of the mother of the producer I can understand why she is like that
I'm speechless. I have already seen Maquia and cried my eyes out. Tapped on the vid and i was instantly brought to tears the moment the first scene cut off and you started narrating. You give us so many feels BG. Thank you. Thank you for your research into this.
This movie strikes hard, really hard. I’m glad that he is talking about it.
It’s a gem in a sea of trashy isekai seasonal garbage
@@odinstemple1832 couldn't agree more. In a way, it's a movie that could stand the test of time imo. I feel like, regardless of what or how you're going through something. It touches you; it touches the parts of you that relate to the movie. The smallest amount of kindness or empathy are enough to make you understand its message, and making you want to relate yourself/life to it.
I saw this movie on a flight to Tokyo and it broke my heart. It's an amazing movie
I watched it last year on the way to Dubai lol
Immortality is not a blessing, it's one of the darkest curses you can imagine. Maquia is a hauntingly beautiful story that shows this fact again and again. AnoHana introduced me to Mari Okada's style of storytelling, but Maquia has made me fall in love with it. This movie needs more people to watch it, i still consider it an insult that it has received so little attention thus far. Thank you, Joe and Isla, for shedding some much-needed light on this film.
I didnt plan on snotting all over my dinner from crying too much tonight so thanks for that.
Regardless of how you feel about her work (personally thought AnoHana, Hanasaku Iroha, NagiAsu, Wixoss, Dragon Pilot, and now O Maidens were some of the best shows their respective years, and that complaints of "melodrama" usually don't hold up to scrutiny), I think it's good that we have a creator like Okada out there. Someone who is able to break down the barriers around anime screenwriting and get her name out there, when usually those responsible for screenplays and series composition are all but unknown to the wider anime-watching populace.
You're right!!
I can't wait to see how Okada's work continues to evolve. I'm super excited for her second directorial work 'Alice and Therese's Illusion Factory'. Honestly if she keeps things up I feel like she could become like the female Miyazaki.
This movie somewhat made me cry and I never thought I would cry for this movie.
Thank you very much...thank you . This video & 'Maquia' will remain In my heart forever. Even after my death. Thank you.
Water comes from my eyes. Thank you for making this video. God bless you.
Man that first part of the video is a brutal recontextualization of every work Okada has ever done, especially Maquia. And the rest is no slouch. What a great ode to Mari Okada. She's the only writer that actually makes me give shit about narrative, because her works's characters are always so true to life that I rarely even care if the narrative is making any sense or not. Though that isn't to say that she's bad at narrative. She's been progresively becoming better at it, with Maquia being a masterwork in narrative, theme and, of course, characters. But as flawed as some of her works might be, I still consider her one of the best writers out there, and one of my personal favorites.
I'm so damn happy this video ended up going a different way because the way it went was so insightful, I feel like I understand Okada a bit more! Thank you so much for letting me be a part of another video - this was a true pleasure!
I knew Okada's life was bad I had no idea about her relationship with her mother. This brings all her works into a whole new context. Thank you for this well-edited insightful video.
I shelved watching this vid for a few days cuz I knew I had to be emotionally ready (I was on the verge of tears the entire time).
Forgot how much I teared up during this movie.
Wanted to tell you how incredible your video is. Amazing how you weaved mari and maquias story. Really helped me to understand the movie a bit better :D
Man just the music brings me to tears
I saw Maquia in theaters when it came to the west and I loved it. Beautiful film
I wish Mari Okada makes more of these genre of works, because she knows best of these feels and emotions (slice of life, nostalgic moments) involved while these movies and animes are being realised through her directory.
man your intro made me want to read the autobiography and i completed within few days while there is a exam on the horizon.
That was beautiful. Your shedding a light on the background of Mari Okada made it even more so. Her life, her works, and this video has inspired me. The words about how she wanted to make anime that would have an impact on people's lives, change the way people think, or that would change the colours of the world of them, because that's what anime did for her. It's almost the same as the things that have been floating around in my mind of wanting to create works that make people think, touch people's hearts, and change people's lives, to make works that have as much of an impact on other people as those works had on me.
Thanks for this video. Truly beautiful, especially for an underrated film such as Maquia. Please continue to make videos like this.
I'm so lucky that this movie was brought to Mexican theaters recently. It was worth the wait and it is an amazing movie. I hope more people have the chance to watch it.
This channel is the best about anime on RUclips.
Maybe I'm biased, but this is definitely my favorite anime of all time.
We all have our personal likings and dislikings, it's not biased at all. Though, what biased actually is when one thinks that his/her favourite is better, special and superior than everyone elses.
P.S.- It's also one of my most favourite anime movies of all time.
This is a great look at how the artist informs the art. Thank you!
I could listen to this man talk for hours, it's criminal that this was only 11 minute 43 seconds long. here's a like but don't stop making great content.
Maquia is a beautiful film that deserves more attention, so thank you for talking about it.
It's a beautiful movie, but I have no idea how the story relates so much to Mari Okada own lives. Now, I'm shedding a tear again and might never watch this the same way in the future. :")
My eyes lit up when I saw this in my inbox today ✨ thank you for all of your hard work your videos are truly insightful and impactful
Ah it's four years already, I think I'm ready to re-watch this and ugly cry on it again.
I did not see the film the way you saw it. And honestly, it's a gorgeous way of looking at it. For me, as I was struggling with anxiety, panic attacks and fear of death, I saw this movie as a reconciliation with death itself and what lays beyond in the decisions we take, the connections we make and the grand beauty in its dramatic end.
oh man thanks for bringing this to my attention in such a beautiful way!
I always say, anime is an art contest, not a writing contest.
But sometimes, there are writers like Okada that show me the two aren't mutually exclusive.
I absolutely love this video. I just finished Kiznaiver, and seeing it in here made me smile.
I did not expect the few seconds of the beginning of the video to be true
Geez! Wow! What an interesting, compelling narrative you've woven into this! It is truly a great video! Congratulations, I've loved the progression of your videos over the past years! I've loved being a part and witnessing it!
She wrote the script for the Black Rock Shooter anime? That's awesome!
Oof. This feel heavy yet motivating at the same time.
I loved this movie so much, I went to the theater twice in quick succession to see it, and it has been many years since I did that for any movie.
I watched this movie almost about a year ago with a friend. We both found ourselves looking at the blank screen for a while when the movie ended, appreciating-ly of course. To know Mari Okada had such a background and delivered such a story after many others shown in the video that I could definitely recognize, it only adds to how beautiful the movie was. Great work on this video and many thanks!
Maquia is a great film. A must see.
Had this in my watch later for a full year, glad I got around to watching it. Amazing show.
No freaking way. God you are too good at this. Thanks for providing me with more culture I feel like will change my perception in life.
Having loved Maquia since it came out, and having my own mother/daughter strifes. I found this film very eye opening and healing. It came to me at a time when I could see the differences in all the mothers portrayed in the film. Including Maquia herself. I think that is what made all the difference. Being able to see is what helps us to realise reality for what it is. And it takes maturity and grit to remain hopeful in spite of the those things we see with our new eyes. Films like this help us to gain those eyes. x)
Honestly cant make it past the second half of the video. 😂😂😂
I’m so happy that joe and Isla are teaming up now
Great job on this video it was very moving!!!
I loved this movie, thank you for talking about it
it's one of my favorite movie.
Maquia will always be one of my favorite films. When i need a good cry, this is the one i watch. I ordered the bluray after watching the movie on youtube, sobbing uncontrollably while the credits were still rolling. One of these days ill get through the ending without crying, but it wont be anytime soon
This is the ONLY anime movie that made me cry. I felt a loss,lonely,alone.As if I really loss someone I loved. I never understood those feelings.
Someone recommended this on tic tok and my heart thanks them I am a new mom and this movie truly touched me❤️
I definitely going to give this a watch
Me: *hears Viator
My brain: you wanna cry?
Me to my brain: too late ;_;
Just watched Maquia last night (subbed) and loved it. It's been on my to-buy list for years, for no real reason except I knew you'd done a review of it (that I hadn't watched - I don't look at your reviews until I've got the film in hand). I'll be watching it again tonight. But finding out the backstory of its director makes it even more fascinating. So I am as usual happy to have watched one of your videos to get even more from my anime viewing. Many thanks, and hoping that you have a great 2022. Cheers!
a very very very underrated channel.
fantastic video as always 'migo!
I love it when beyond Ghibli and Isla mc tear collaborate!
Thanks again, I'm resolved to go watch this one again.
FINALLY U DID MAQUIA. I was wondering months ago why these masterpieces (at least for me it is) was not in your channel.
Thank you thank you thank you so muchh!😭
I didn't watch any other work from Mari Okada besides Kiznaviers, which I loved. I enjoyed Maquia without knowing one bit of the context you give in here. If I would watch it again it would feel a lot more complex and obviously more touching.
Always good to watch your videos, thank you very much!
Anticipated this movie when i first saw the trailer and watched it on the plane flight home. Almost cried because it was so breathtakingly beautiful but had to stop myself because i was sitting next to a stranger haha
I dropped Maquia after watching it half way through from boredom, I will try to finish it thanks to you.
Why doesnt your channel have more views and subscribers, this is criminal
I saw this movie for the first time only a few days ago. I have not had my heart broken this badly in a long time
As with all your other videos, this is a well-constructed and thoughtful observation of Maquia. Excellent work!
As always, thanks for the amazing content you create! Maquia has been a favorite of mine for a while now, and hearing your thoughts about it made my day.
Your best video yet. Both informative and unexpectedly moving.
Charlie Chaplin also had a way of incorporating autobiographical parts of his life story into his silent movies, most notably his first feature length film: The Kid (1921).
I am glad u made this channel
You are so good at this. You force me to experience a longing for these films alongside a beautiful appreciation for them.
How did this movie passed me by? It looks so amazing!
Yo I'm straight up bawling my eyes.
Stunning video and movie.
Hearing about Okada's problematic childhood makes me feel quilty for not enjoying Anohana. I may not be able to watch this beautiful movie, but at least I can watch her series on streaming services and maybe learn to appreciate her a bit more.
As always, thanks for the great video Joe
this movie leave a hole in me heart, at the end it but only manage cover it and not fill it.
i feel empty sad and anger but cover it with joy but i still feel empty and want it more.
I didn’t know anything about Okada’s life. Thank you
I'm really loving these videos. Don't stop.
I truly appreciate the hard work you put into these videos giving us incredible insights through your expertise on the genres. Excellent again as per usual!
Thank you. I love everything you do. Your videos inspire me to dive deeper. Beautiful.
I really love your writing. It's very beautiful! I'm sure you could write a great novel, poem, or short story with that prose!
She was my favorite director. I never knew Mari had mother issues like me.
Soo good. There should be more viewers!!!
Wow, very well done review. I bought Maquia quite awhile ago and wondered why It made virtually no impact in the anime world. Thanks for the research.
I watched this movie on my flight to China (it was a layover) and it was sad.I really love this movie and I feel like not enough people know this movie.
i watch this movie i was HEART BROKEN and i just see the main character my already WATER IN MY EYES.. huhu
Goddamn it....not even 5 minutes and already tear up....HOW???
Thank you for your well thought and beautiful video😍
Shoot! I haven't seen this film yet and dont want spoilers... I'm sure it's absolutely fantastic!! I really gotta see it soon!! Came here to leave a Like for you because I LOOOOVE your work!!!!! Everything you say in your videos are always so impactful!!!
Great video! My eyes got pretty misty in this one
I just finished watching this beautiful film and it DESTROYED ME I AM NOT OKAY
This movie has made so many people cry in airplanes it's beyond criminal at this point.
Goddammit Isla....stop making me cry
I love your reviews mate
Ah yes my favorite movie of all time :)
Maquia when the promised flower blooms
YES I have been waiting for this video
I god damn love maquia I wish it would get more recognition
I like your work mister. You are my discovery of the year.
You make me want to watch this woohoo bad. I can't wait to start this
Thank you