A Silent Voice - Guilt and Redemption (Koe no Katachi)

[@kevinstart5107]

A wise man once said: *There is no redemption without guilt but also, they shall be no guilt without redemption*

[@lonelywolf5659]

Then cancel culture happened and you will be all ways guilty with out redemption.

[@cjlewis9228]

A Silent Voice was great at “vocalizing” the feelings that plague those with a guilty conscience. It also well illustrated the different ways guilt is expressed by Shoya’s childhood friends. Well done again Sage!

[@AndrewHarmsArtwork]

so sad what happened to Kyoto Animation studio..

[@xionvixon3387]

What happened

[@xionvixon3387]

...how the hell can someone do something like that...

[@Emma-Queenofhell]

@@xionvixon3387 because people are by there nature self centered In some way shape or from some believe that they are incapable of being wrong or doing wrong. Some believe that they are the center of the universe. Some hide there ture feeling behind an act of kindness and in some cases like this.. he thought he was getting something takeing from him despite not being that important I only hope we can help out the victims of this tragedy

[@a.t.9654]

@@Emma-Queenofhell what happened

[@azcazan5375]

@@a.t.9654 Somebody lit a fire (arson) in the building while shouting DIE, 36 people died, 33 injured and the attack destroyed a whole studio. People say it was either revenge or a mental illness :(

[@softnoobgirl73]

"Ever since her youth she felt as if she was a burden for other people because she was different." Ain't that a mood

[@artorhen]

And because of the way people treated her :')

[@astryen]

It's amazing absolutely loved how true it made me and my friends feel

[@projectfear22]

What do you mean by true?

[@warriornorman4026]

I'm man enough to say that movie made me tear up

[@ursaber]

My favorite anime movie of all time, BY GOD! is this an emotionally heartwrenching movie

[@TanaTheKing]

It is and it's my favorite as well....BUT YOU'RE TELLING ME THAT WHAT YOU DID TO GUTS WASN'T HEARTWRENCHING FEMTO!?!?

[@mikekaze7175]

This movie aslo portrays social anxiety very accurately. Ishida wasn't able to look at others face , eyes maybe because the anxiety he got due to his old friends betraying him and the things he did .

[@TinySpider]

Guilt and redemption, something i want to achieve in my teens. I did some really shitting things in my anger, i hurt innocent people and the ones i care about it. I always feel guilt for what i have done and want to make up for it. The show hits in my the heart as it something i relate to. This is a beautiful essay on the theme. Good job man.

[@plsdontdoxme2644]

So how’s that journey for redemption going after a year bro?

[@sungwoothao1242]

@@plsdontdoxme2644 idk man he still hasnt responded

[@SaberTooth_TFG]

How are you doing now?

[@mechajay3358]

_Forgiveness is a path to Redemption._

[@authorbhattacharjee4957]

Agreed

[@TheScottjcarlson]

Sage! what you said in this video sums up what I thought when I first saw this movie and why I love A Silent Voice. Your insight is truly remarkable and please narrate my life when I die. Thanks in advance.

[@SagesRain]

Scott Carlson thank you!

[@nickgames5322]

@@SagesRain your channel is gold, damn you know how to tell a story

[@KyriosVe]

Sage I know you dont know me but this man you replied to, Was planning to die. and you agreed.

[@ucommai5921]

ive watched prolly 5 analysis videos of this, and hear something new every time

[@TraceourLw]

Perfect as always.

[@secondsun6963]

TraceourLw 5 days ago?! Impossible

[@principleshipcoleoid8095]

@@secondsun6963 if you have the perfect amount of willpower, you can get to write past.

[@psalmerperena4120]

A Silent Voice portrayed redemption way better than any anime or manga I have ever seen where they develop literal assholes into just somebody nicer while Shouya Ishida not only did a complete 180 degree turn from his old self quite well, he did it despite the lengths and hardships he took.

[@Junil_Peren]

Trying to hold the tears till the end and then the ost came up, I burst up crying.

[@PartridgeQuill]

I LOVE A Silent Voice!!! As a hearing-impaired person, I felt such deep emotions when I saw it the first time!

[@LorisAOJ]

One of the best movie i ever seen, the story so well writen, the music really creative, the animation amazing... Good video that made me shiver again for this masterpiece

[@SagesRain]

An Otaku Journey thank you for letting me use your music!

[@SageKilla]

Seeing this after what happened in Kyoto...it hurts😔

[@dmcpartlin17]

I immediately found Koe no Katachi right after I saw Kimi no nawa and I instantly loved it much more. Not that your name is bad, it just struck a harder and more relatable chord with me.

[@Visayan]

This movie hit me close to home, I used to be bully in my highschool days and I regret it, now when I came cleaned and ask for forgiveness I lost all of my friends one by one and I guess it's karma and I deserve it. Be kind to one another and stand up to bullies no matter what once we're older popularity doesn't matter.

[@hammer1349]

There are nothing more painful or severe than the judgment and punishment we cast upon ourselves

[@mayonera904]

I was watching this with my sister and I was telling her how amazing and unique the plot was but she didn't watch it...she just said "oh wow she getting bullied lol" and i was like 😪 "you never understand the meaning" i feel bad to the people that dont watch it and the people who are not interested...there missin out on what anime can do or change something about yourself😔

[@omarjimenez7481]

I felt like i was given a voice somehow. It also teaches you its never too late to make amends

[@sensitiveee]

A silent voice was the first anime I’ve watched, and then I found other good movies and series in anime, but....I would confidently say this is my favorite. My favorite in general. Not just anime. I just love this movie bro.

[@justtakobi]

Sage you’re making me wanna cry cause when I first saw this movie I cried for about an hour. You put all the sad moments in this video

[@sillysokka1130]

This film does that. You watch the film and it’s just pure full on brutal reality slapping you in the face.

[@waks2001]

Everytime I watch this movie I always cry. And that effect is still so strong that just this video brought me to tears. Such a masterpiece

[@drokooo4464]

I just keep saying sorry while i'm not changing my behavior and it made me realize that it is a form of manipulation. Now that the person who i love, leaves me because shes hurt it made me wake up to my wrongdoings and i regret it for days. It is suck, that i know for sure that doing this manipulative mistake is not easy to forgive because no one can really answer if a person like me really deserve it. I just keep doing better for myself do the things that i want and im now im carefully aware of everything i say and the things that i do. I know i can forgive myself from the mistakes that i did but im not sure if that was the feeling because people don't deserve to be treated this way and i do feel regret especially when im going to sleep or i can't sleep because of the mistake that i did. (we are still friends in fb and we don't communicate now )

[@sivanlevi3867]

I cried the first time I saw this video. It was so emotional. I thought it was impossible to make a movie with a bully as a protagonist. And then to have him suffer because of that, it just opens up a whole new world in the human mind.

[@cebokhumalo602]

No lie, 2016 was a great year for anime films... Koe no Katachi and Your Name are movies that have stuck with me ever since I first watched them

[@DVRKSTXR]

As far as art is concerned, A Silent Voice so effortlessly encapsulates the human experience in regards to displaying the raw tenacity of pain, regret, and the ability to forgive and grow. I didn’t expect to finish watching this movie and feel so enlightened, saddened, and optimistic. Kyoani truly set the bar high with the story they crafted in A Silent Voice. It’s a masterpiece in human storytelling.

[@FloppeyPyro]

If I fall for someone who can't hear, I'd end up going beyond everything for them.

[@Salemwaaa]

I fell in love with this movie because of how guilt from the past can really eat away at someone moving forward and sometimes no matter how hard they try to forget it, they will always be know as the person who did that bad thing and not much else

[@HollowPhntm]

...and to this day, this video and this movie always get me to tear up, though I think it’s justified.

[@shinnyboi2159]

Bro how did roughly 79k people watch this video and not leave a like?

[@LJXrot]

His voice throughout the whole video just huts to listen too. And, the metaphors displayed in it, really took a toll on me. Almost made me cry with how he worded everything. With just blunt voice and bringing out the realism in owning to guilt, it's a beautiful but shameful thing to touch upon.

[@elizabethspain3206]

This is my favorite movie ;-; I can’t watch it too often because I would die of dehydration with the amount of tears I shed

[@tentacles1853]

Honestly thank you for making a video about this. It's really nice to hear somebody's insight about the topic of guilt feelings, which as someone which has been struggling with guilt feelings as of lately it really helps hearing somebody talk about this and knowing that there are others out there which have had the same struggle and were able to overcome it. I'll also be sure to watch the movie, since it seems pretty interesting and thought provoking, so thank you for bringing attention to the movie as well :)

[@MoonMoon-vx8kc]

Already watched it 5 times, and read the manga 2 times, I still cry every time I watch it :(

[@geminiguy6032]

This may be the greatest film ever made. I've never been so invested in any character as much as I was in Ishida and Shouko. For me, I'm sure most people as well, highschool and middle school are times of paranoia, cynicism and isolation. At that time, I assumed I needed to give people reasons to be my friend and whenever someone would compliment me or ask me how I'm feeling, I assumed it was because they wanted something, not that they actually cared. Breaking free from that shallow mindset has brought me a joy I didn't think existed and spreading compassion and positivity to those around me amplifies that so much further. However, that joy came with self reflection and guilt. I spent years struggling to forgive myself for being so shallow and allowing past relationships to tarnish due to my self-deprication until I realized I was trying my best with what little perspective and knowledge I had and I wouldn't be the person I am now without having made mistakes and learning from them. Life gets better and self reflection is here to help make it a reality, however, if you feel overwhelmed with guilt or shame, it is no longer a constructive it is purely punishment and that only hurts us and the people who care about us. We are our own worst critics so its important to be kind to yourself and actively challenge these intrusive thoughts.

[@alexrameriz3504]

Dame, this the type of shit to make a grown nigga cry

[@martindesparza8686]

Who all else here glad you can catch it on Netflix...bring tissues

[@Testosterooster]

SPOILER When she said ILY it broke my heart that he didn't get it.

[@avikamnarwal]

Because he couldn't accept the fact that .. if he deserved to be loved

[@tool3142]

this is genuinely pulling strings on my heart. i was just like ishida when i was younger. a bully rotten to the core, enjoying the misery of others and now i am paying the price of my sins. i too cannot look in the eyes of others and i have a self-abusive behavior of isolating myself and stripping myself of the very little pleasure i recieve from whole hearted people. i am him but he has confrontrd his problems, i have not. day to day i am living without leaving my house for the exceptions of going to the gym to train and school. i never had the stomach to watch this movie because i always felt like puking because of how much it resembled myself. i hope one day i can save myself from this but i do not have the courage to take a step forward

[@tobyskyjr]

Loove this anime My favorite movie ever since i saw the trailer

[@EpicMustacheGurlOvO]

I love how I can relate immensely to both of the protagonists in this movie, because the movie does such a good job at representing how guilt affects people and why they feel guilty. For me, I feel guilty for things I've done in the past, but I can also admit that a lot of that guilt just came from me feeling like a burden because I am different. All this guilt led to me having social anxiety too, so this movie hits close to home for me, and I'm sure a lot of other people considering the movies popularity

[@Alwayz114]

Pardon the wall of text, but if you love this movie please read: I don't want to come across as a hater, but I wanted some of y'all's opinion... so I might be an outlier, but I really didn't like A Silent Voice. It's one of those movies for me that was SO CLOSE to great... but just barely missed it for me. It mostly comes down to that I think the final messages of the movie are just downright wrong imo. The biggest one being that Shoko was never told that none of this was her fault. In fact the movie ends with her saying "I want to fix what *I've broken*", and helping Shoya recover. Shoko ends the movie thinking this is still all her fault, and that she's the one who's going to break everyone apart again. That's just not okaaaaaaaay Also, why was the black haired childhood friend supposedly redeemed and friendly with all the other characters? ALL she did for the whole movie was continue to bully Shoko, both emotionally and physically beating her up, on top of trying to manipulate Shoya! Why does the movie just lump her in with the rest at the end as if they're all buddy buddy now? Also the blonde + glasses childhood friend never really acknowledges her part in this whole issue; that being a bystander laughing at bullying is just as bad as being the bully themselves. She argues that she's not at fault, and I don't recall her ever admitting fault or getting called out again?? Also I think there was such a wonderful motif of while Shoko is literally deaf, Shoya became deaf to the world. They kinda implicitly touched on this idea at the very end when he finally takes the metaphoric hands off his ears, hears the world around him, and cries, but I wish they worked with that motif a little bit more and slightly stronger. In the end, it's a great movie that just missed the mark for me. And in some ways, that missed potential makes me like the movie less than a movie that's just mediocre from the beginning. It's just disappointing and I feel it was so close to wonderful. I'd love to hear your guys' opinion. I really don't mean to tread on something you guys love, I just want a better understanding of what I may be missing

[@SagesRain]

Alwayz I did feel the same as you the first time I watched it, but on my re-watch it awakened a new perspective, and character points that I had missed the first time.

[@willstevens9405]

One of the best movies I ever watched, I first watched on Netflix a couple of weeks back, it made me cry as I feel the same way both protagonists feel dealing with shame, guilt, worthlessness it’s such a deep film that has shaped me forever. I’m still struggling with the acceptance and redemption tones of the story, as I don’t feel worthy yet...

[@joseaguirre3084]

Thank you sages rain. I just recently saw this movie couple weeks before you upload this video and I'm glad that you covered it

[@ks9759]

After I watched this film for the first time, I went and bought it. Something about it touched my soul, but I couldn’t quite put my finger on it. However, I think this video sums up that “something” perfectly. It was a beautiful analysis. Thank you.

[@HarlequinSoulEric]

You need to make more videos bro this could be a life changing career for you i love these videos and i know many more would love them too

[@GlennLaycock]

My impression, and it changes; but when he meets the grown up Shoko the "friendship" signing is the key to that scene; as it was the "light bulb coming on" that made him realize both the missed opportunity of friendship; but also that it was what had been taken away from him (was missing from his life), to the point that the movie shows how he is rediscovering what it is and how it changes "life". The slapping of his face was literally seizing the moment to "wake himself up" to what was missing in his life. The bend, is that he learns to become more attuned to others; and is really learning about the various ways to connect with people .. to basically "notice and evaluate" better.

[@Shooyaaa2]

i love this movie... i thought me so much no one else did... no one else wanted to... thank you miss Yamamda... you saved me...

[@TheDerpybunneh]

Shoot. That was beautiful. As much as I love the manga version, I think where the film excels is in the themes you just pointed out: guilt and redemption, especially Ishida's redemption. The ending to A Silent Voice: The Movie really hits this home in a way that I think the manga missed. Both are great, I just think that overall I appreciate the movie interpretation.

[@obnoxiouscommenter6194]

8:11 completely on the mark. The movie did an excellent job portraying the feeling of guilt and the struggle for repentance. I relate more with Ishida because I've hurt someone Forgiveness is a two-way affair. The offender must prove that he is worthy. The victim can choose whether to accept or deny his pleas. The case of Ishida and Nishimiya is of a rather fortunate one. They were able to take action before it's too late and move forward together, supporting each other. In real life, people often don't get that chance. For better or worse, many are blissfully unaware and ignorant of the damage they cause to others. Others are not so lucky. They reflected. They realize their wrongdoings. They desire to repent. But at the other end of the line, there is already no one left to ask for forgiveness. With no hope for proper closure, guilt will continue to fester throughout their lifetimes. They end up thinking they're too selfish for even daring to think of seeking redemption. Some commit suicide as a last resort, believing that the ultimate solace lies in death. The rest have little choice but to live with that burden, permanently haunted with unresolved guilt and the knowledge of their sins. If anyone is aware they have hurt someone or wronged them, especially a loved one, please, reach out before it gets worse. More importantly, be sincere about it or it will irreparably backfire. Strive to repair and maintain good relationships with others. If it's already past the point of no return, I can't give an answer. It would only be hypocritical of me to give advice. I hope a more suitable person can provide proper help.

[@hotalava]

One of my favorite channels talking about my favorite anime movie. I can't tell you how satisfying this is.

[@Ki-chan6]

I found this movie to be absolutely beautiful and heart mention it was executed very well

[@alexrumbo7612]

Bro thank you for this video because you introduced me to this movie that is so beautiful and relatable how everything happens for a reason.

[@Seiza25]

Sage’s Rain analysis of one of the best analytical movies? TIME TO DROP EVERYTHING AND WATCH

[@tailynhudu1601]

Ishiya reminds me of myself when I younger because I also did some terrible things, too. And because of this, I paid the ultimate price

[@user-gr3gk4ni6g]

First anime to make me cry i felt everything I to lost all my friends and it sent me into a sadness’s and couldn’t have trust for anyone because of that incident I find myself thinking about taking my life a lot I tend to live in my past an tend to think about what it could of been but I try at all coast to be positive and it’s working I’ve been feeling way better each day this anime spoke to me it told me to own up to my guilt and I need to forgive myself and I did I love myself more each day life is a Beautiful thing

[@MRCampout]

I found this movie when I was really at my lowest and the first time I watched it it really broke me down. I try to watch it once a year at least

[@neotakehaya]

With Koe no Katachi being my favorite film, and your video(s) re-enlightening me on the true aspect and feelings portrayed from this film, it hit me dead center and I loved it. Thank you, Sage’s Rain

[@DjEarthonMusic]

This movie makes me feel some type of way sad and angry at the same time because it's true these kind of things really happen and you explained it well and the music just plays with Ure emotions.

[@WritingGeekNL]

The studio that made this amazing movie, as well as many other amazing projects like Clannad. Was put on fire, by some crazy dude who murdered over 25 people and injured over 35. It's insane how fucked up people can be, I hope this person gets a life sentence or something.

[@iminsane419]

Thank you Sage Rain

[@NiSoFlyYT]

I'm glad you made a video on this movie. It was quite an emotional and powerful animated film to me.

[@ahroranova]

I haven't forgiven myself at all because I don't want to do it, I'm also scared as well. This hit me too hard and realizing this isn't that far from my own problems.

[@4firecat478]

You should do a video of the anime 'Erased' it shows real events that can happen and it's a little unrealistic if you compare it to the real world but it does show real life things that can happen. I recommend watching it because it's really good and underrated.

[@tanmayrao8785]

I feel like this video exposed me I can't look at people in the eye either but I hope to overcome it Thank you

[@Nonijay5234]

I love this move. you showed me a side different side of this movie. I love you, you have a gift.

[@CalicoShadowPlusCat]

This movie and your analysis are just perfect. I have seen this movie a few times, first by myself then with friends and family. It is truly filled with heart and reaches deep inside everyone I have known to watch it. I LOVE this movie. This is what true storytelling is all about.

[@lunabearsong2043]

Sage's Rain, thank you for this video. I've watched this movie only once because that's how difficult it is for me to see it through to the end. It's a beautiful film nonetheless. Watching it before then hearing you confirm Nishimya felt guilty for apologizing for her existence made me tear up so fast. I've done that very same thing because I've felt like a burden to those around me because my vision is terrible and I'm dyslexic. Thank you for bringing attention to this amazing movie, and thank you even more for your wonderful analysis and how you spoke of guilt, forgiveness, and redemption. You inspire so much from so many. I hope you continue to do so. Thank you.

[@Gantaipao]

Koe No Katachi is accurate representation of how Guilt, Shame, bully effect & Depression really work you up. Remind me of my Class 5 (2009/10) period when I went through all these. I cried at that scene when Ishida removed those X on everyone faces. That part was so relatable when traumatic past experience which cause you fear/shame/guilt to look at someone's face or eye was just 😭🤧 for me.

[@devinsdays1202]

Everytime i watch a video about this movie it makes me want to watch it again😭

[@mr.clean0029]

I watched this movie because of you and it was beyond great gave me a new perspective of life

[@sagelg]

Everytime I watch this movie I cry. Thank you so much for your videos.

[@jeanels7425]

Honestly I love your content. The way you go so deep into this and the feelings and real life implications behind everything. It really makes you think about your own life. Once again really appreciate all your effort in your videos man. ❤️

[@Galaxy-rj1kj]

I never understood the movie, but it always hit close from the basics and it hits me watching back

[@imriad-1059]

i love this anime movie so much ps the way u retold the story is amazing thank you

[@shoyaishida9754]

this really makes me cry hearing this

[@OGPoetsRain]

thank you for the recommendation,i watched this one after kimi no nawa...i cried in this movie...no the last time i cried was in naruto....i was also thinking about suicidal stuff...but my friends pulled me out of my misery. I am grateful for everything they did for me...these brought some bitter memories but idc...thanks sage - Poetsrain

[@Forit26]

How are u doing?

[@OGPoetsRain]

@@Forit26 why thank you for asking I am doing much better

[@BigiGuyyyy]

@@OGPoetsRain Good to know, take care of yourself Bro. 🙏

[@lonelyzxd5134]

This movie really hits cause of how relatable it is to the ppl that’s are going threw this , I can relate to him to bc I also carry the guilt of my past in which I’m paying for it in which I believe it karma for all the pain I caused over the years , I lost all my friends and social skills , I’m not mentally stable , I feel like a burden to ppl I get close to that’s y I stay alone most of the time , I’m starting to forget the feeling of being around friends or laughing with another individual I’m yet to find my redemption but for now I’m stuck in this lifestyle of solitude and loneliness , especially when the feeling of depression and suicide is characterized in this movie it really hit home especially looking at ppl around u and all you see is your own guilt and shame

[@manywinters]

it's going to be okay

[@ericmorningstar3529]

I really love the music you use for these amazing videos

[@danielarriola717]

Thank you for these videos every single one reignites the fire in my soul to keep pushing forward with reassurance that the future will always carry change and change is the only certain thing in life

[@warriornorman4026]

I saw that movie not too long ago and I'm man enough to say the movie made me tear up a bit the movie in my opinion is phenomenal I wish they would make a sequel to that movie

[@sambhavnath6668]

The greatest anime of all time deserve to get an Oscar Honestly I'm saying when I have seen this anime for 14 days I have cried while watching the anime In my entire life I have never cried watching any movie but this anime has really hit myself very hard 😢😢😢💔💔💔

[@Ayasu0]

"Forgiveness must first begin with oneself, if U're truly sorry....then u can forgive yourself"

[@naws69]

you were recommended to me. propably gonna get recomended to more people

[@alexle518]

HOW TF DO U ONLY HAVE 70K SUBSCRIBERS WTFFFFF DUDE

[@saganlewis1653]

It’s an amazing movie and I watched it for the 17th time right before I saw the video and I’m glad you made this video to help some people understand how and what’s going on

[@redakye]

Felt super weepy watching this lol great analysis

[@unseenblade8291]

your amazing thx for all these videos :)

[@SagesRain]

UnseenBlade thank you for watching

[@aaronhollywood806]

Keep up thr great work probably my favourite youtuber keep it up

[@ImperialFreedom101]

Omg thanks sage this is one of my all time favorite movie ever

[@riddhayanmukhopadhyay3141]

You made me cry, Sage😭

[@davidcardenas2694]

I had to rewatch the movie to be able to understand the points you make Sage. Again an amazing video; Thank you.

[@sewnmind1786]

Greatest movie ever, cry every time.

[@omega1488]

This movie changes my life

[@abdullahalgayyim2058]

i watched the movie yesterday and i actually cried

[@pjk3541]

One of the best directed anime films there is, Yamada framed every shot perfectly

[@coolbeans5911]

Kyoto Animation Studio😭😭😭