Cardcaptor Sakura Is Not About Magic

[@sevenbark]

CCS is the true moe. When Sakura is happy, I'm ecstatic. When Sakura is sad, I'm just broken. For me, it's the best anime and one of the best TV shows of all time.

[@thatonelucariofan503]

Couldn't agree more. I absolutely love all the other characters as well. Sakura's brother Touya for instance, seemingly looking like the typical mean older brother archetype but being revealed to be way, way deeper, constantly putting himself in the line of danger for Sakura's sake, as his boyfriend does the same as well~

[@FLOWERCROWNLUNA]

Agreed!!!

[@pedroloures8113]

Her most powerful spell proves what you just said: 絶対だいじょうぶだよ Also, that Mei Lin scene you mentioned is one of the reasons I think she and Tomoyo are the characters we see the biggest growth in the series and the more mature. Tomoyo goes from not only loving Sakura but, different than her mother, Sonomi, with Sakura's mother, Nadeshiko, she wasn't possessive, she wanted Sakura to be free and happy like a true love should feel like. To the point Tomoyo sees everything around Sakura even when Sakura herself doesn't. She realizes that Syaoran likes Sakura before even Syaoran did. She realizes when he is going to break Mei Lin's heart and she offers a place for Mei Lin to go and cry. She is there for EVERYONE around her. In the new arc, on the manga, Sakura has a veeeery adorable moment with Tomoyo telling her that she is her magician, cuz Tomoyo is a bit down talking to her about not being able to aid much and Sakura says that she never failed because she couldn't when she saw the effort Tomoyo would put into a new outfit, filming and everything she always did to help in the way she could (with her credit card. Jk) What also strikes me in that Mei Lin scene is when she says: And I wanted to be able to hate her, but how can I hate Sakura? She is such a loving girl. She recognizes that would be easier to hate Sakura and she really wishes she could, but she adores her just as much, she can't bring herself into doing that just to feel better herself. I seriously learned A LOT about feelings by watching, rewatching, and imprinting every bit of CCS in myself - over and over and over again at least once per year. This show deserves it.

[@FilmFlux]

Is that why she keeps saying "It's definitely OK?" They kept referring to it as a powerful spell, but they never used it so I didn't quite understand it. I think this write up of CCS is more beautiful than mine and I hope more people see it. Thank you!

[@zitronentee]

@@FilmFlux “Living things are restrained by Chains: The laws of nature, the flow of time, the vessel known as your “body”, and the existence called your mind. There’s only one chain that people can wield: WORDS.” - Yuuko Ichihara (xxxHolic) I think, Clamp (through xxxHolic) stated that in Clamp universe, words are powerful like a spell. So, for audience, 'it's definitely ok' was at first sounds like 'hope' or 'faith'. But Clamp brought it further as powerful words/spell. FYI, in Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card arc, Sakura is unconsciously creating her own cards. Btw, I think you should someday analyze xxxHolic.

[@FilmFlux]

@@zitronentee There's such a rich universe here, I appreciate there are people like yourself that basically have a guide to the whole thing. Perhaps one day if I look at the CLAMP universe I will take a look at xxxHolic!

[@zitronentee]

@@FilmFlux Actually, I watch xxxHolic because it's directly linked with Tsubasa:Reservoir Chronicle, in which teenage Syaoran and Sakura a are main character, with many appearance of CCS characters. But honestly, xxxHolic is the one that influence my philosophical view.

[@otomeng5230]

@@zitronentee I think you should add 'different' before the word teenage, it'll make ppl less confusing.

[@guardianjuan]

You know. You made me realize that looking at something as pure is out of the ordinary in today's world. Which is kind of sad if you think about it.

[@FilmFlux]

It is kind of sad. I'm much more comfortable with media that presents a world of greys.

[@humangitfiamaen.7393]

This is why Cardcaptor Sakura will always be the animé that I love forever and won't get tired rewatching. I watched this when I was the same age as Sakura, and this animé is the only animé that touched every bits of me and turned me into an otaku. A very innocent type of animé with a very big impact. I can't explain my affection in this show, words ain't enough.

[@FilmFlux]

It's so crazy how deeply subversive the show is. I can't imagine how powerful it must have felt to watch it as a child.

[@izzatik1234]

Why am I in tears watching this while hearing the way you describe this video?

[@advanmatthew8467]

Me too in such heavy tears

[@Amtan.Personal]

saaaame~~ sparkling, nostalgic, moe anime tears~

[@indiiedreamer]

That scene when Mei Lin is crying in Tomoyo's lap breaks my heart everytime, that feeling of losing a love one is so sad, and it's so beautifullly captured in that scene. Also, I think that the losing that feeling for the one you love is not only a very creative and new way to create a catastrophe for the characters to fight for, instead of the destruction of the world or something like that, something that we have seen in a lot of other tv show, also is a very sad and terrible consequence for not be able to defeat Yue, is great, And of course the amazing protrait of LGBTQ + characters. This is one of my favorite shows ever ♥

[@FilmFlux]

For what appears to be a very simple show, it deals with a lot. Maybe the simplicity is what gives the show its strength.

[@rossinc321]

This was so heartwarming and made me look deeper into the show!

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@hgpa]

Thank you. I had a lot of troubles with feelings when I first saw this in early 2000s. CCS implied so much via feeling, including relationships that were not commonly accepted. CCS is about all the daily and once-in-a-lifetime sacrifices that people make for each other when they are in love, regardless of what type of love it is, because the ultimate sacrifice is the same.

[@FilmFlux]

Well said!

[@sahanaanand7120]

they’re taking it off of netflix and i feel like a part of my childhood is going away 😭 it’s still on tubi tho!! thank you for another wonderful look on this beautiful show

[@FilmFlux]

That's sad and disappointing. But it will always be with you, even if Netflix takes it away. Thank you for watching

[@kathyfernanda8644]

CCS was the second anime series beside Sailor moon I watched which was about magic and so on. Usually I don't watch these kind of series because mostly I don't like the MCs who are cheerful and happy (yeah I don't know why). So when I started CCS I already had in mind I'm not gonna like Sakura, but boy was I wrong. Sakura was so cute and kind and I started loving her. In general, I didn't expect the series being with so many emotions. How can a series for kids be so powerful? I'm really glad you were able to speak kinda my mind out in your video hahaha thank you.

[@FilmFlux]

Thanks so much for watching. I was thinking about the same thing while making this video, but I don't know if I ever wrote it down. I think part of the reason that Cardcaptor Sakura (a series for kids) is so powerful is because it's distinctly made about kids. It's a kids world and their emotions are just as real. In fact, their emotions are a little more raw because they aren't tempered by experience or an understanding of the world. And I think Cardcaptor Sakura did a really good job of tapping into that.

[@kathyfernanda8644]

@@FilmFlux oh yeah you are right! You put it perfectly into words wow

[@lolyoutoobe]

Man you capture ideas/concepts and put them in a beautiful way for mortal ears.

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you kindly!

[@SomethingLegit1]

One of the big themes in the series is "forbidden love". Yuki + Toya Kaho + Toya Sakura + Tomoyo Li + Mei leen Rika + Terada And many others. The show was going for the narrative of "any form of love is always acceptable". Presenting that message to kids in this heartwarming anime is wonderful. Even relationships that seem ikky at first (like Terada and Rika) pass because love isn't presented as something sexual, and kids don't view love this way. Kids often say they would like to marry their parent or a person they care for because they don't experience sexual attraction. So even those gray areas presented in the series pass with the context of children trying to figure out their feelings, just like we all did at that age. The fact that these relationships were largely censored in the western adaptation is insane. It's like they took the central message of the series and deemed it too much for kids to handle, when that was exactly what CCS tried to do. I mean, at that point, just don't air it.

[@FilmFlux]

I like this breakdown. It sounds like the Western version has a lot of problems with it. I can't even imagine watching it and trying to comprehend what the series was about.

[@darielzahidpalacios1605]

I’m sorry but putting Kaho and Touya in the same category as the rest (and as far as the anime goes) is just wrong. Touya a that point was a teenager, Kaho was 20 something, while the anime super down plays their relationship, it is implied Kaho did love him back (if u can call that love) and that just makes mi ick

[@Amtan.Personal]

yesss i love how ccs encapsulates the theme of "love in any form is always acceptable". you forgot sakura+ yukito and syaroan + yukito~ all the taboo~

[@zuriyani8205]

This anime really is the best one ive seen so far. The way the anime goes is just so heartwarming. Its not really focused about the magic. Its also about the surroundings of sakura. Her patient and kind father, a brother who cares about his sister, and of course her loving friends. Its also about the way she cares about her friends. This is the kind of anime I find really sincere and innocent. And I envy sakura for being kind and has all the support and love she gets! This anime is really for all ages. And I highly recommend this to everyone!.

[@luzperras728]

So cute and heartwarming and very spot on why I love Card Captors so much!

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you kindly!

[@megandeitz7839]

The other part that you touched on was how when, at the climax of season one, if Sakura fails the test then all connected to the Cards will lose their love for one another. If you read or watched this for the first time, you might think that this world would be one of chaos and malice. That, since everyone would lose their love for one another, their hearts would be full of hate for one another. But that’s not the case. Everyone is indifferent to one another. Sakura’s mother’s picture is not on the table not because they hate her, but because they literally don’t care one way or another. Yukito is not there to walk with Sakura because he hates her, but because he doesn’t care. Their hearts are not filled with hate, they are devoid of everything. That’s why Mei-Ling can’t bring herself to hate Syaroan or Sakura. She cares so much about them that even when she learns that Syaroan will never care for her in the same way, they both still do care deeply for each other. Same with Tomoyo and Sakura. This is also what makes Yue so scary, and so tragic in the beginning. He says that he is “not as sentimental as Keroberos”. He literally could not care one way or another if Sakura fails or passes the test. This gives more weight to how love is. You must care with love, and you must care deeply and truly.

[@avitallockhart1162]

Thank you. now I’m crying my heart out.. you revealed to me why my inner child was so captivated about this show that even when I grew up it was a big part of who I am. ❤

[@FilmFlux]

I'm very glad that this video moved you. Thank you so much for sharing that with me.

[@ohw5306]

My 1st and forever favourite anime. It's just so warm and comforting, with the message of everything will be alright.

[@FilmFlux]

I really like the phrase "forever favourite." That's love.

[@ohw5306]

@@FilmFlux cause I do ☺️☺️☺️❣️❣️ nothing will replace this series for me

[@panfilolivia]

i love sakura cardcaptor since forever!!! this video was so good, made me want to watch the show again...

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much for watching! I'm glad you liked it. I was scared I wouldn't do it justice in fans's eyes.

[@DouglasMeloche]

Love that it doesn't have to be "fantasy", but rather... How life should be

[@lindapenttinen3382]

I love all Clamp series. They are so beautiful in so many levels 😍 and if I ever have an anime done from my books, I want it to be done with old style of animation as it is what I love the most 😍

[@FilmFlux]

What kind of books do you write?

[@lindapenttinen3382]

@@FilmFlux Something between fantasy and scifi. Historial elements, fights of honor, battle auras, magical girls, horror, romance, social statuses (purebloods and hybrids), prejudices, politics and other problems and lots of other things mixed in. The story takes place in a distant future where humanity is no more but traces of it still remains in cultures and religions as the current Earth is inhabitated by different kind of human-like species of animals (mostly) such as werewolves, kitsunes, dragons, unicorns etc. The world has its own gods and goddesses called the Guardians who have abandoned the world or so many believe. The Earth is devided into 18 kingdoms of air directions (two of which I have created myself) and each of them have their own sacred beast (15 of them I have created myself) and shrine maiden who uses the power of the said sacred beast. Of course the Earth is not the only planet with a life in it so there are organisations of which maintain the peace among different planets and destroying the zombie creatures while working under the Imperial family. The said Imperial family has lots of power as well as lots of enemies and therefore many organisations under their control will eliminate the said threat before it becomes too great. Belonging to one of these organisations is consired to be the greatest honor. I could tell more, but I like the element of surprise 😊

[@FilmFlux]

@@lindapenttinen3382 This sounds like an anime I want to watch. Feel free to put a link to it for any commenters that are interested! (provided you feel comfortable doing so, and have it online somewhere)

[@lindapenttinen3382]

@@FilmFlux Thank you very much for your kind words, sir! 😊. The story is far from finished. English it not my first language, it is Finnish so it may take a time to translate. I have a blog as well as new idea, writing a story and posting it a few chapters at the time in a blog for others to read. As time goes on, I might post a link in there as well.

[@raquelsymington6610]

i actually started watching cardcaptor sakura just bc i saw this video on your channel, i didn’t watch it i just saw the thumbnail and name and decided to watch it and now i really love it

[@FilmFlux]

I'm glad my thumbnails are spreading around CardCaptor Sakura love!

[@Amtan.Personal]

i adored how you described the true essence of CCS. it brought nostalgic tears to my eyes and made me remember exactly why i CCS was my first favorite anime. it was my childhood obsession, and it taught me everything about how tender feelings can be, how to be an adorable anime girl, and the beauty of love and friendship. it was the sweetest and cutest. sakura is epitome of moe; she is an icon.

[@FilmFlux]

This comment feels like a hug. Like the show itself. This is one of my favourite videos I've made because of people just like you. Thank you.

[@Fractorification]

This really hammers why I've always enjoyed Cardcaptors soo much. I remember being introduced to the butchered Nelvana dub as a kid and just seeing it as a run-of-the-mill action show. But, soon after, it started airing on my local Hispanic cartoon channel, where that version kept the original episodes and storyline intact and I was just enamored with it. I couldn't quite explain why, but I found the overall atmosphere and tone of the show soo damn relaxing and I was invested in the story despite it not having much action or world-ending stakes. They even aired the second movie that finished the story of the anime in Spanish as well, and I was crying just seeing it end like that before we got to see Sakura and Syaoran embrace. Never did I feel insecure or ashamed for being a young 10-year-old kid who was usually into Power Rangers and Superheroe stuff just gushing and loving this magical girl anime. You wouldn't catch me dead watching Sailor Moon, but this? I always made the exception. It just goes to show how the deep themes and its overall simplicity transcend age and gender. It's like a good Ghibli film; simple and accessible on the surface, but deep when you start to peel off the layers of what it actually means. And don't even get me started with the Spanish dub man. Christina Hernandez brought Sakura to life to a lot of people in Latinoamerica. It's the best performance of her career and one that defined who Sakura is to a lot of people for decades. I even got emotional hearing her do her Sakura voice for the Spanish dub of Kiki's Delivery Service. It was like reliving the same magical feeling watching Cardcaptors all over again, but in another beautiful story I love.

[@FilmFlux]

I had a similar experience with the tone of the show. At first I thought it might get boring, but there was a soothing quality to it that I really appreciated. It's really something special for people of all ages. I'd love to hear a clip of Christina Hernandez doing Sakura!

[@sittingqduk]

That was beautiful. Your voice and they way you describe the show took my by surprise. Thank you for choosing my arrangement of "Bros on the Road II" to be in such an awesome video. If I ever cover anything else you'd like to use please go right ahead!

[@FilmFlux]

I went through many, many possible covers and I am absolutely certain that the video is nothing without your track. Thank you so much for sharing it with my channel, and thank you for your offer to use other covers as well. You are so talented, I will definitely do so. Thank you! You've got a sub and a fan for life.

[@SkyLightWithY]

I'm crying, I watch this when i was 7 y/o and now I'm almost 18 this month and I really love this show. I'm gonna rewatch this in my b-day. Thank you for reviewing this.

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you for watching! I hope your have a great birthday (it sounds like you will)

[@juanpablorobayo9891]

For all the times that Sakura talks about "What are these feeeewings....? kono kimochii...nan nano...?" like yeah this cute-ass show BETTER be about feelings!

[@starwing2814]

Your thoughts about Sakura left me emotional 😭 in a good way!

[@FilmFlux]

I'm glad! Thank you for watching 😊

[@ohheartbreakishard]

This was such a beautiful video! I love this series so much! Something that came to my mind watching is that sakura also cares so much about the cards, something that in most series would be seen just as a means to complete an objective, sakura loves and cares about them and she sees them as friends (if you haven't already I would recommend reading the manga!)

[@laurencamila9024]

You just explained so concisely why I love this show so much

[@FilmFlux]

*fist pump* Thank you

[@annalunina5246]

I like your vision of the point of this anime so much that I’m literally crying, thank you! 😭😭😭😭💛

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much for your feedback and for watching!

[@megannii_]

You just turned my whole perspective on CCS in 8 minutes- You simply added for fuel into my CCS obsession.

[@FilmFlux]

I really appreciate the comment, and you watching. Thank you very much.

[@SpearAmint]

😭💗 What a beautiful synopsis of CCS. Thank you for this! I’m inspired to rewatch 🥹

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Enjoy the rewatch 🙂

[@neovenkata]

This show had such an impact on me. Always my fav

[@613aristocrat]

I loved the show, and went and read the manga. I never cried so much to something like this before. Bittersweet.

[@FilmFlux]

I really appreciate you watching. Thank you so much.

[@bi_energy523]

I just love the pureness in the anime.... But mostly yukito he is the purest of pure

[@mistingwolf]

I recently re-watched CCS; it's the first time I've actually seen all of the episodes and not the chopped-up version we got on local TV when it first came out. Everything made so much more sense! Even so, I look back fondly on this show; it was one of the first anime I ever watched.

[@FilmFlux]

I've heard about some of the dub changes. I can't imagine how they did some of the character interactions. Did Shaoran just never interact with Yukito at all?

[@mistingwolf]

@@FilmFlux Pretty much any episode where Syaoran showed any interest in Yukito was completely cut. The only ones I recall where they didn't or couldn't cut were the episodes where they first meet, and the episode with the Fiery card. There were some scenes where I remember thinking, "Oh, I don't remember this part,." Such as the whole conundrum with the teddy bear. I never saw any of the episodes concerning the bear until the one where Syaoran left, and it just magically appeared. His crush/blushing was never explained, just ignored, so the viewer was left in the dark. As an early 90s kid, I did not understand why Syaoran blushed whenever Yukito appeared. Also, Syaoran and Mei Lin's "engagement" was dubbed around as well. The episode where Syaoran breaks up with Mei Lin was completely cut. Mei Lin just up and left for apparently no real reason. I imagine this is why I felt like Syaoran and Sakura's relationship came out of nowhere.

[@FilmFlux]

Considering what a defining turn for the series it was for me, I can't believe they just cut Meiling and Shaoran out. I guess because they were cousins? What an absolute mess the dub must have been. I can't even imagine it. Cutting the full episodes seems like a good way to achieve their goals, but wow. So crazy.

[@Flamestar1]

OMG THAT WAS SO GOOD man this guy is good at talking everything made sense like clap it up for him

[@FilmFlux]

*shyly comes forward* *takes a small bow* Thank you!

[@daltleonparagas9843]

It’s not ONLY ABOUT MAGIC , also about LOVE ❤️

[@-noor-2522]

the ending was so heartwarming

[@FilmFlux]

I guess it had to be. The culmination of a show about feelings

[@choerim]

Thank you for making this video, Cardcaptor Sakura is (one of) my favorite anime precisely for that reason - the magic system and action scenes always take second place to the relationships and feelings of characters. The world of CCS is wholesome and bright, but not without pain and sadness. It makes me reflect back on how I saw the world as a child. I really love how pure and unselfish the love the characters have for each other is, especially Tomoyo: "The greatest happiness for me is to let the person I most like have the most happiness"

[@FilmFlux]

This comment is as beautiful as the series is. Thank you very much for making it and watching the video. Tomoyo really is the next level of selflessness, one so high we can really only admire it as a concept.

[@08dguy]

This is most likely the reason why I love this show. It's all about the heartwarming moments that go on in the anime.

[@artisthonyajta]

I’m so glad to see a Cardcaptor Sakura video! I hope you end up seeing other CLAMP works (CLAMP is a group of women that made Cardcaptor Sakura) because they all have amazing themes! I think you’d love their other magical girl series Magic Knight Rayearth.

[@FilmFlux]

I have a list I keep for recommendations, and you can bet this went on there! Thanks very much for the kind words.

[@penguin3206]

Whenever I feel down in life I’d return to consuming ccs media and every now and then I’d re-watch this video and cry every time, thank you for making such a wonderful video.

[@FilmFlux]

Right now I'm also consuming media that brings me joy. I'm honoured to be a part of this process for you. Thank you for your lovely comment.

[@SuuuuuushiXD]

bro stop i am on the verge of bursting out into tears 😭😭😭 the commentary alongside the chosen clips was so well done, i love this and ccs so dearly. thank you for this!!!

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much for the comment!

[@cindyharrington8842]

Got me tearing up. Absolutely amazing work. Cardcaptor Sakura is one my favorite anime.

[@FilmFlux]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for watching.

[@shiningcomet]

The background music is so gentle too

[@imwatchingyouppl1016]

my KOKOROOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! The NOSTALGIA!!! **standing ovation for 17 seconds straight...until my knees cry out and I plop back into my powerchair**

[@FilmFlux]

I love this comment. Thank you!

[@paoqiubkk]

Thank you for making our feeling for Sakura audible and visible, Love 💘

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you for watching!

[@MadLunat]

That was beautifully put.

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you kindly.

[@marialuisagonzalez4034]

Sakura is the queen of anime i dont care what anyone says im glad she was my first anime

[@NathanHenriquefa]

Damn you made me cry. I needed that.

[@FilmFlux]

Sometimes we need a good cry. Happy to oblige.

[@domitor1elementorum]

I'm not crying. I dont remember this story at all, and just search some reviews on YT. But your speech with this music makes my eyes wet and lump in my throat(not sure about this phrase). Thanks for your explanation!

[@FilmFlux]

This is going to sound a little maniacal, but your emotional response was my goal. Thank you so much for watching.

[@eddierobles2687]

Sakura was my first anime i don't know what it was about it but even to this day its my favorite anime watching this i get a understanding of why sakura is in my eyes The queen of anime girls

[@thensho]

for me the most powerfull part about cardcaptor sakura is the bond between sakura and toya. the happy little girl, being protected by her older brother who feels it's his most important role in life..... just like how i feel about my little sister, even though she is no longer here

[@FilmFlux]

That's really heartwarming to hear. I imagined older brothers identifying with this about their younger sisters. But I am also sorry to hear that she's no longer here.

[@rari02]

just started this on Netflix this show is just way too positive and extremely sad when I saw little sakura say goodmorning to her dead mother on the shrine I broke it's very mature things for a fourth grader to be doing but it's very emotional

[@FilmFlux]

There is a real beauty in how earnest and simple it is.

[@Iamnottheplatypus]

Claps and cheers in the audience rn

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you kindly

[@moonled44]

Oh my god, you've done it again. You've taken a piece of my childhood, and wrapped it in such loving dedication and sincere thought, and made me fall in love with it all over again. Shows like CCS are such a foundational part of the pieces of my childhood, and some of the few loving memories I share with my sister when we were little girls. I'm tearing up over the way you've taken these deeply emotive, warm feelings and explained them back to me in a straightforward, wonderful and concise way. I think I'll send this to her so we can cry together.

[@puripuri_i]

I broke into tears hearing and watching this... This is truly true and relatable for the people in this world.

[@FilmFlux]

So glad the video resonated with you. This one is secretly one of my favs. Thank you.

[@ClowCard]

This is my favorite anime, not only because of the story and the awesome caracters but especially because how pure it is, a true purity that no other anime has (as far as I have seen) and pratically doesn't exist in the real world

[@WhitneyDahlin]

Why do I always tear up watching your videos??! My heart is too sensitive for this! I still love your videos tho

[@FilmFlux]

My intention in a lot of videos is drilling down the emotional center of a thing. I call it heart. It's what I appreciate most in media. I'm guessing you also appreciate it and I guess that makes us friends :)

[@WhitneyDahlin]

@@FilmFlux 100% friends! You're so good at putting the emotions and meaning into words! I feel like most people just skim over it and don't really sit and think deeply about their favorite shows or movies the symbolism behind them and what art can teach you about yourself and life. It's so nice to find someone on the same wavelength! Can't wait to see your next vid!

[@FilmFlux]

@@WhitneyDahlin :D :D :D As always, I can't thank you enough. (Also, if I tell you that the next video is on The Bachelor, are we still 100% friends or is it going be 98%? Or 67%. Or ... 10 ...)

[@WhitneyDahlin]

@@FilmFlux LMAO 150% friends im legit interested in what you have to say about the show but you should know I draw the line at analyzing Belle Delphines new "music video" we can't be friends if there's an in depth analysis on that xD

[@FilmFlux]

@@WhitneyDahlin Phew, OK good. I actually didn't know who Belle Delphine was. And now I regret looking it up :(

[@p4ckles]

ahhh I just finished cardcaptor sakura,,, this video is perfect 😭

[@Hector.E102]

On Netflix right?

[@dragonwing4449]

Yes ‚ on Netflix . Its one of my favourite Animes .But the Movies , Tsubasa and cleacard are Not there .I Hope i can help you .☺️

[@dragonwing4449]

And ... WHY ARE YOU JUST FINISHED ??? 🙁

[@lilies.garden]

@@dragonwing4449 me too i finished it a year back and i loved it i wish there was more

[@omodeleosolaja8742]

Wow truly heartwarming ive alredy finished the series im on clear card

[@SuperDanielao]

The first shot with sakuras face 😂

[@FilmFlux]

lol. I had to think about it for a second, but I remember I used this clip was because I was as confused about the series at first as Sakura's facial expression.

[@penny_kanin]

This just gave me a whole new view about the show…

[@FilmFlux]

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@crazycakes668]

feelings are magical!

[@FilmFlux]

Well said.

[@sebastianfernandez6146]

My girlfriend put me on to this anime and CLAMP in general but I love how cozy it is. Definitely evokes feelings I get when watching Pokémon or anime of that era.

[@marcelm103]

I'm currently watching this series... Falling in love with it. It's beautiful really took me by surprise how good it is.

[@FilmFlux]

It really does seem to work that way. At first you're like, "this is so simple, is there anything to it?" And after awhile you're like, "oh it's just innocent, and therein lies it's great power and beauty."

[@marcelm103]

@@FilmFlux also just had moments of animation that sells it. Been a few moments in the show I was thinking it would hold up today.

[@FilmFlux]

That's an excellent point. Sometimes I forgot to appreciate how beautiful animation can be

[@Noname-of8hg]

This Anime just like a Shounen anime type. It will get darker and darker through the time. You will get it when you watch CardCapture Sakura: The Clear Card

[@rizkypepew]

This video makes me cry

[@FilmFlux]

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[@Wadacup]

Thank you, I loved it. Just started watching CCS. Please keep making videos as long as you enjoy doing so

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much. And I definitely will keep making videos! More to come soon.

[@Cab895]

This needs cry warning, that ending was beautiful

[@FilmFlux]

I made a woman cry in a grocery store once. I think you're right.

[@yushiroisgay]

Me: (Sees title) Also me: ummm...YES TF IT IS!!!

[@Boom12]

I love CCS. Almost 20 years since I first saw it on air, it still resonates with me. I still love it for its character dynamics, the relationships, the love every character has for one another in their own different ways. Which is why today, I feel its been put on the backburner, hardly a mention by anyone despite, what I feel, this series is up there with the likes of Sailor Moon and even recent series like Nanoha and Madoka Magica. It's almost never mentioned compared to the rest when it really made such great headway with its story, design and cast of relatable characters. I still rank Sakura up there as still one of my all time favourite anime protagonists.

[@FilmFlux]

It seems to me like it has a pretty large following (or at least, did at the time), but I haven't been able to find any definitive figures other than DVD sales or manga sales. At least from the 90s my impression is that if you knew any Magical Girl Anime, the likelihood would be Sailor Moon first, Cardcaptor Sakura second.

[@Boom12]

@@FilmFlux yeah that is the consensus. Its always Sailor Moon 1st with CCS 2nd. My concern is that the title has been barely getting a mention with most crowds these days. It was big back then, no doubt 'cause I had classmates making fun of me watching it lol. It just seems it may lay a tad behind. Like recently when Funimation announced they got the rights to stream CCS, it didn't garner much attention on the community tab. There were comments but it just wasn't like something that really sets fire to the crowd and such.

[@FilmFlux]

@@Boom12 Yes. It's not like Evangelion coming to Netflix. It's quite a different ushering. But it does get mentioned. A sizable fanbase, but just, smaller :)

[@SpiritDetective06]

I love when animation put dark topics on it. And Season 2 shows,and besides,it's my favorite season,lmao. Fun fact: Cardcaptor Sakura was my first shōjo amime,and my favorite of the genre

[@FilmFlux]

It is a special entry into the shōjo genre

[@armysinspirits2072]

You make me cry ..you absolutely right..

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much for watching ☺

[@LisaMichelle98]

4:08 not you only talking about CCS but using one of the most beautiful soundtrack songs from my favorite game, Grandia

[@FilmFlux]

When people notice and appreciate my music selection, it makes me happy. Thank you!

[@watchitwithjennah5879]

Cardcaptorsakura is my fave show

[@Sovereignty3]

Stop it, I'm not crying, your crying!

[@Duvelle_]

I remember watching this last year. I also remember crying for atleast 20 mins lol.

[@FilmFlux]

I guess the algorithm is pushing my video again. I appreciate you coming back, and I'm glad it meant something to you.

[@Duvelle_]

@@FilmFlux Ever since the first time I watched this I kept coming back to it atleast once or twice a month. I loved the way you broke it down in this video and your voice made it better!! Cardcaptor Sakura meant a lot to me. It was a really nice anime and it was my first Magical Girl anime!!

[@FilmFlux]

@@Duvelle_ Cardcaptor Sakura is deceptively powerful and is a great first Magical Girl anime experience. I appreciate your kind words more than you know.

[@Duvelle_]

@@FilmFlux Mhm!! I'm glad you do!!

[@rosaromero2987]

This reminds me how I always felt around my crush ever since we moved from New York I’ve lost that spark in my heart sakura the card capter reminded me about what I felt it’s almost been 1 year i plan not asking for anything for Christmas not even for a phone so I don’t have to use my moms phone but this really reminded me what I really felt the first day my crush touched my hand and u know what happened that warm feeling that you might have experienced in your life

[@FilmFlux]

That's a beautiful sentiment. Thank you for sharing it!

[@rosaromero2987]

@@FilmFlux your welcome 😁

[@rosaromero2987]

@@FilmFlux it feels nice finally letting it out

[@michaelmccullough1034]

I looked at it as an allegory of a child realizing the nuances of the world and the people in their lives as the grow up

[@sailoranime289]

You threw me off guard when you said there are no predators. Did you know that in the original manga her 30 year old teacher literally proposed to her 10 year old classmate. The Romantic shipping in cardcaptors is literally questionable.

[@FilmFlux]

I found out about this after the video was done. Thankfully I did not make a video about the manga, and after learning this fact, I don't think I ever will.

[@RamblingZebra]

This was so beautiful, thank you.

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much for watching.

[@mpf23]

Very beautiful interpretation! Thank you for this. I need to finish watching CCS, because I left off around the 62nd episode feeling a bit bored with the beginning of the final anime arc. But your review reminds me why I always loved Cardcaptors as a child and as an adult preferring the original Japanese version: female empowerment, natural development of romantic feelings, and homoromantic representations like Tomoyo and Yuki. 💖

[@FilmFlux]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. I really appreciate your kind words.

[@trapfactory8600]

Beautiful video man. Seriously beautiful.

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it.

[@blairettevibes4507]

I needed this video

[@emilyvest2889]

i cry when i walch your vidoes

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you so much for watching them

[@thatonelucariofan503]

My favorite anime of all time, I actually own an animation cel from it. My favorite part is the gay rep, especially with Touya and Yukito and all the implied lesbian characters as well. But overall it's su a beautiful show

[@FilmFlux]

I love how, much like the rest of the show, the gay relationships are so innocent and natural. At no point is any emotion questioned, nor is there anything to overcome like the judgement or concerns of others. It's just pure.

[@jamuko]

This guy gets it

[@FilmFlux]

I feel so validated thank you

[@Amaliaheaven]

Lol the end the music killed me so hard

[@FilmFlux]

I admit, that's exactly what I wanted to do.

[@Amaliaheaven]

@@FilmFlux you’re so funny I swear 😂😂

[@shiningcomet]

I like your video it’s very heart warming That’s why I like card captor sakura I like anime that’s about this kind of love and caring

[@FilmFlux]

I tried hard to capture the spirit of the show. It really worked its way into my heart. I didn't think it would but it was quite remarkable.

[@gwencrystaliz5145]

The best anime ever.

[@emilythehuman3387]

This is very good u should make more of this

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you very much! I have made a few other anime ones if you were interested in any of these series. kzbin.info/aero/PLvGeA35Fufo7ytZHb4iLPhsNMTTv9E6jF

[@SakuraKinomoto-bj3og]

Im re watching now My childhood anime

[@FilmFlux]

Sounds like a great journey. Enjoy

[@reicrystalline2506]

I believe that Sakura's story has a more typically Japanese sentiment. The ending where everyone vanishes or becomes distant is meant to symbolise the sense of "growing into adulthood" in Japan. The symbol of the Sakura flower comes with cultural meanings and phrases like how romantically fleeting childhood and youth in Japan is... before one is expected to grow up and join the very formal and responsible adult world. The magic of youth lasting but a Season (a sakura tree blossoming and transforming). Luckily, the closer Japanese society came to the millennium, modern culture has begun rebelling a little and it is more possible and acceptable now when growing up in Japan to retain a sense of warm youthfulness a little longer into adulthood. It's not uncommon now for an adult woman to carry an elegant bag with subtle cardcaptor sakura aesthetic incorporated, and for adults to hang out in hip fun themed cafes together, among other things. But it is still a pretty tough society to grow up in. Children are in a sense warned early about their worlds inevitably changing.

[@Turtlesarecute-i6t]

This is so deep...

[@FilmFlux]

Thank you kindly!

[@coolcatlololol]

i know im 3 years late, but i really wanted to comment this because i truly, also, love the anime cardcaptor sakura. i always thought about why i loved cardcaptor sakura so much and have her as my special interest, but, because of this video, i understood more and more of why i love it so so much. i really agree with everything you said in this video. i will never get tired of rewatching cardcaptor sakua, and i wont eve stop watching cardcaptor sakura either.

[@FilmFlux]

It's never too late to appreciate Cardcaptor Sakura and it's never too late to have one's work appreciated. Thank you!

[@FourStarRini]

That was a great video, short and understandable. I love this series to death and this is exactly why I do. If you are looking for another series to review watch skip beat its also similar

[@FilmFlux]

Thanks very much! I've added Skip Beat! to the list.

[@SellavinAtoms]

I watched the nirvana dub then I went back and watched this.

[@FilmFlux]

I hope it complemented your experience well :)

[@SellavinAtoms]

I'm gonna bend to watch the whole series again, right? No, hopefully it's on Netflix and they didn't take it out.

[@kingraiden5187]

Whats even more amazing is that this was writtn by japanese highschool girls