12 million admissions in Japan. Going beyond Princess Mononoke and The Travelling Castle, 2 pillars of the Japanese animated film, Your Name is now part of the classics. Available on Netflix recently and critically acclaimed, Just Focus gives you 5 good reasons to relax in front of this feature film. You've seen all the Ghibli, do you know Hayao Miyazaki's universe by heart? Does Japanese animation amaze you? Your Name is for you. The universe of Makoto Shinkai, filled with poetry, will satisfy you. Also, if you've seen The Garden of Words, by the same director, you'll find some references. Ranking as the 4th most lucrative film in Japan behind Chihiro's Journey, Titanic or Frozen, this cinematic masterpiece will not disappoint you.
1. Your Name: Breathtaking drawings and landscapes.
Although mostly imaginary, the landscapes of this Japanese feature film leave us speechless. Itomori, a small town nestled on the edge of a lake, offers us a lush view of the fauna and flora of the Japanese countryside. The beauty of the drawings , which is what makes the charm of this type of film, cover with a magical veil any landscape existing in the real world. Borrowed from unparalleled poetry, Your Name is the very representation of sweetness. A palette of warm but bright colors, Makoto Shinkai also perfectly depicts well-known places such as Gifu Prefecture, the Hida City Library or some key places in Tokyo.
2. The characters are endearing
Over the course of the film, whether we identify with Mitsuha or Taki (or both!), we end up getting attached to these two teenagers a little upset by the events. A timeless love, stuck in a loop that seems to be very closely linked to a particular incident. Their story, out of the ordinary and full of emotions, has enough to move the hardest of us. When hope and perseverance are in order, we find ourselves wholeheartedly supporting their dearest dreams, shedding a few tears when obstacles prove more difficult to overcome than expected. 
3. It's all poetry
From granny's advice to the moral of the story, poetry is omnipresent. The symbolism is powerful, and immerses us in the oldest Japanese beliefs and rituals, for our greatest pleasure. Surrounded by a magical veil, the beliefs and meanings of morals become all the more poetic. The relationship between Mitsuha and Taki is also not devoid of romantic poetry, full of tenderness and hope.
4. The music is memorable
The film's soundtrack, signed by the Japanese rock band Radwimps, was an unprecedented success. Sold more than 305,100 copies in Japan, it leaves no marble. In this Japanese animated feature film, Makoto Shinkai has wisely chosen the music to accompany the story of these two young people. Increasing the pressure or accentuating the emotion of the moment, the music blends brilliantly into the background of each scene, making the film fluid and pleasant to watch. 
5. Japanese animated films deserve more visibility
Like American or European box offices, Japanese animated films deserve their place in our cinemas much more often. More appreciated by Westerners than before, they are still too little acclaimed by the public. Their access to Netflix therefore facilitates their popularity, making all generations aware of the wonders they have to offer. If you are still hesitating to pose in front of Your Name, the trailer may succeed in convincing you?
Your Name Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joG0oBJnzVc
