Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms OST (Original Soundtrack) - Best Compilation

[@nami_______03]

0:00~ Iorufu, Wakare no Ichizoku 2:01~ Haha ni naru hibi 6:34~ Wakare no jikkan 11:37~ Aijyou no kousaku 14:08~ Betsuri 16:34~ Haha to ko 22:00~ Yakusoku no hana 25:11~ Viatoru 0:00~ イオルフ、別れの一族 2:01~ 母になる日々 6:34~ 別れの実感 11:37~ 愛情の交錯 14:08~ 別離 16:34~ 母と子 22:00~ 約束の花 25:11~ ウィアトール

[@BonazaiGirl]

小道 As a phone user, thank you very much for this!

[@구닥-f7y]

Thank you

[@kennycringeworthy]

What is the one at 4:00 !?

[@nevin9198]

Thanks

[@sachiyamakichima6203]

Since 0:00 wont work heres a gift for you 0:01

[@franciscomon2457]

"Your mother is about to break her promise" Never has a simple sentence made me cry so much

[@mwuahchiloo9092]

Same😢just thinking about it again make me tear up inside

[@antieverything8779]

Same!😭

[@mbressette]

@Слава блинам not gonna lie "can I cry now" destroyed me. But this one got me too.

[@Shirok.]

@@mbressette l

[@Shirok.]

Pa

[@hathveon]

22:00 “you lived your life to the fullest, didn’t you? Ariel.”

[@ajjohns6604]

This song gives me chills

[@johnwong1578]

I cant stop my tears running down my cheeks. Help...

[@alexandramirellatitoanaya835]

bro, I´ve just read your comment and, I´m about to cry...

[@joaquinvaleri7022]

​@@alexandramirellatitoanaya835imagine Ariel wearing a modern military uniform like World War 1 World War 2 Korean War Vietnam War Falklands War and others wars

[@emilyp6999]

there were three total times I cried (or sobbed) : one when Ariel yelled "Dont go, Mom!", two when Ariel's wife described Maquia as a kind person to Ariel, and three, well, I'm sure we all know which scene that is... "Your mom is going to have to break her promise."

[@fluffbunn4175]

Amateur I was already crying when they buried the family dog

[@totallynotabot8645]

Y’all are weak. I cried as soon as the movie started

[@TomEllisLovesU]

I feel ya, man. I cried in the Ariel's wife scene too. I also really felt emotional when Leilia saw her daughter and started describing herself, then jumped. Jesus.. And of course, impossible not to cry over the last scene..

[@Piegoose]

Add in when Ariel says "welcome home"

[@M6040นายจิรภัทรสุขนิวัตรศิริ]

I cried when Ariel say"Don't go mom"

[@daly5297]

Many complain about the lack of romance in this movie , but honestly the story it conveys is much more than that . There’s something about this movie that held my entire attention and I even kept going back to repeat some scenes that I liked . I’m not saying it’s the best but for me it’s one of the few movies that I sure will remember for the rest of my life . It definetely stands out story-wise and art style wise . Spoiler : The saddest part of the movie imo is when Maquia was recalling Ariel’s whole life , from the minute she found him and then through puberty( he called her attention by “ne” instead of calling her mom ) and finally until she and him parted ways for the last time . I mean that scene , as much as it was predictable, was done brilliantly and it’s definitely my fave scene .

[@Alice-rt6fz]

Yeah it just was never meant to be a movie about romantic love. I think people who complain about Maquia not having a love interest should realize that not all movies will involve one...

[@sushigo.]

this is more than romance its a story beyond romance thats why everyone enjoyed it (my opinion)

[@Piegoose]

It's familiarizing with the concept of unconditional love aswellas a reminder of our mortality and appreciation of what we experience in life. Masterpiece.

[@Ianjarvie25]

daly5297 it’s also about the mother’s out there. It’s like no matter who she is even tho she isn’t your real mom you should still consider her one. Though the message of the story isn’t really about that it still shows that how we should appreciate those people who raise us ‘cause no matter what happen they will be the one who will be in our side.

[@Crosshill]

i like how all the romance gets trumped by motherly love, no distractions, no sidetracks, just a big old motherly gut punch im here listening to the ost having just finished it, you need to let that kinda shit just sink in cleanly

[@irix5093]

I watched this movie in a Cyber Café while skipping school. After the movie, i walked home back to my (then) newly paralysed mom. Cried and hug her (she probably didn't noticed) and went back to school. This movie... It changes me man

[@joaquinvaleri7022]

The name Andreas means man

[@joebanana4]

I'm a simple person. I watch Maquia, I cry at the end. I come to youtube and watch this video, I cry when the ending starts. *sob*

[@Tawking_]

im a simple man. I watch Maquia, I cry throughout the whole two hours:')

[@pouya8766]

@Chris J :/ watch the movie you will get it.

[@spokethewind]

i made the horrific mistake of watching this on an airplane... nothing like ugly sobbing in public!

[@thecesarfabregas]

spokethewind where can I see this movie?? I cannot find it anywhere!

[@spokethewind]

i saw it on delta airlines. if you google: eleven arts maquia, they list all the cities and dates where they are showing it in theaters. i'm lucky it's showing an hour away tomorrow so i'm driving to see it (again LOL)!

[@Bib24]

Saw it on my emirates flight!

[@Vincentxlll6]

I just drove an hour to see it too! And then another hour drive home to collect myself in the car.

[@vireless1785]

Lol. The nice thing about watching it in a theater like I did is that everyone is ugly sobbing together. People were staring at us coming out of the movie, we all looked like a train wreck.

[@MicroCheese64]

How are so little people praising this OST? I see a lot of people praise other anime movie OSTs like Your Name, but this soundtrack goes unnoticed. It's phenomenal. The soundtrack is used so well in the movie and it stands very well on its own as well. There's a bittersweet vibe to the music that isn't too depressing and is beautiful throughout the film.

[@ELTWINKY-_-PR]

This whole movie went unnoticed, its sad rlly.

[@nil.2713]

Kenji Kawai really has that power. I love the score. It is indeed very beautiful.

[@Thomas-wk8vs]

almost cry every time I listen bro :(((

[@salade5324]

My man kenji always delivering like a fucking champion

[@obshussion8401]

Tbh I think people forgot about it 😂 I just figured it out today but when I search it up and ask my friends no one seems to every talk about it any more

[@red2121]

Maquia reminded me how much familial, especially maternal love, is so much more powerful and impactful than your typical romance. It's a shame there aren't more movies exploring motherhood.

[@cicizhou300]

This might be very late considering you commented this a year ago...... but have you perhaps watched ‘wolf children’? It’s also about motherly love. Also they boy and the beast’ is about fatherly love^^ They’re both great movies as well!

[@FloridaTesfay]

@@cicizhou300 agreed!!

[@queenofcats9240]

The promotional poster made me think it was a romance between Maquia and Ariel but then I was genuinely surprised when it ended up being about motherhood. I loved it even more and cried so much

[@ynn4519]

Where can I see it?

[@katxd2596]

I started crying so hard after the fight was over, when Ariel opened his eyes and saw Maquia again, and the part where the conversation was about when they separated 10yrs ago. And of course, the last part, we were all there to witness their growth. It was absolutely heart wrenching but in a good way. Been a while since I've cried this hard since Violet Evergarden.

[@dreams3805]

This movie touched me deeply just like Violet evergarden did, such beautiful stories. *Cries silently*

[@jadalove9819]

XDカット try Kimi no suizou tabetai-way better than I expected and has some plot twists, it recently came out on gogoanime.

[@dreams3805]

@@jadalove9819 omg I've been waiting for it to come out thanks lol (:

[@ndud_]

it must VE eps 10

[@MrMcKnite]

That part of the movie, When Maquia was making Ariel's bag (Ariel made his mind to join the army). That moment struck me as you know that it was their last moment being together before they go separately . Each of them following different road in life.

[@cosmonautg1430]

24:18 "I'm sorry Ariel... Your mom's gonna break her promise." I swear on my fucking life, that I have not and I mean NOT cried THIS much throughout an anime movie which had so many emotions packed up together since I don't even know, Grave of Fireflies? I'm not a person who gets sentimental over anime to affect real life to the extreme, whatever this movie has done sure affected me and everyone who watched it. Whatever you are doing, even through all those puddles of tear, think thoroughly about the strong message this passed throughout its entirety and with no shame whatsoever go give your mother a big hug and tell her what she wants to hear.

[@Tohlemiach]

My parents house is on the way home to my apartment, and I had to go out to an appointment right after finishing this movie, and it made me decide to stop by just to tell my mom that I loved her. I cried 4 different times throughout this movie, and at that line about her breaking her promise, I just sat and stared at the screen for a good minute as tears just poured from my face. I didn't even make a sound the whole time. I have not cried at an anime since Clannad and that was like 8 years ago. This anime is an anomaly, and everyone should see it.

[@jamiahunt7269]

Ikr that line is where I broke

[@Diddyyap]

I sobbed for a whole hour straight...no other anime movie has made me cry this much

[@janflorovic5880]

You should also try “Violet Evergarden”

[@noodles4867]

I watched Maquia like a week after rewatching Grave of the fireflies and came to find that that is a mistake no person should EVER make. My heart is traumatized my man

[@HalAnime2]

Just watched it today and was crying my eyes out, everyone in the theater was bawling their eyes out even the people that got dragged to watch it with no expectations were blown away. In my opinion surpasses my like of Your Name.

[@georgethemonkeydrummer5598]

HalAnime yeah loved this movie and crying can’t describe my experience and no word can describe the emotions when I finished watching that sad ending scene and then the credits song came up and it got me right in the feelings

[@nicholin02]

when the movie has a blu-ray release, look out for these dates. (Japan - October 26th) and (UK - December 03th) [nyaa.si]

[@miekesierra]

@@tewiwi5487 9anime

[@miekesierra]

Nah im agree. Very emotional and cry very hard 😢

[@sashivara22]

Spoiler 😓. Igual lo veré xD

[@雀-t6c]

The thing that I love about this movie is that it takes a pretty traditional fantasy world setting, but makes it real. Most fantasy anime read off like an RPG. The worldbuilding is cliche, the only job seems to be working as some sort of bounty hunter in a guild, and there is a general lightness to the mood that doesn't really do justice to the potential of the genre. In this movie, however, everything felt real. The characters had emotions and responded to the things happening to their world appropriately. They have depth. It allows you to really immerse yourself in this world and story that is completely foreign, yet still feel a connection to all of the characters because fundamentally, they are all still human.

[@xuefanli4469]

yes i agree. the whole idea of this movie was about the journey of motherhood, something a big portion of humans experience so it made it more relatable in a way. it made the characters more like us humans.

[@obshussion8401]

I completely agree with you

[@onlyaraku]

I agree wholeheartedly. I've seen so many isekai anime among others with such subpar differentiation in terms of worldbuilding that they could practically all come from the same world. I firmly believe that a thoughfully crafted world can offer so much to a story and really enable the reader to invest themselves in the characters and the obstacles they face. Some of the most popular and widely acclaimed anime have masterful worldbuilding and I'd argue that it is one of the main factors they owe their success to. Three series that immediately come to mind: Attack on Titan, Made in Abyss and Jobless Reincarnation.

[@sickseraph98766]

I wish my mother loved me the way Maquia loves Ariel.

[@Jonas_00799]

You will love, and will be loved regardless. Good luck with your endeavors, stranger.

[@raijoukonishi9868]

On the day Maquia released in theaters, my brother asked if I wanted to go see it alongside him. I agreed, though it was just because I was young and into anything remotely relating to anime. On that day, it was all such a blur, but I vividly remember thinking that it was now my favorite movie of all time. I did not remember my reason for making such a bold statement as time went on, the movie entering the deepest crevices of my memory. What I did remember was that despite not understanding the deeper meanings of the movie, it was the most beautiful thing that I had ever watched in my life. Now, almost four years later, I have rewatched the movie and it has made tears stream out of me for the first time in months. This movie is such a wonderful work of art; the direction, the characters, the plot, the visuals, the love between a parent and a son… It’s all so beautiful. For nearly four years, Maquia has stood as my most favorite film to ever exist to date, and I don’t think a single film in the future could ever take its spot. After all, a mother’s love will always be eternal.

[@ananargan8588]

Buah, watching this movie in the cinema must be amazing. But I don't know if I would like to ugly cry with other people around me.

[@CainLatrani]

So, I just got to see this a few days ago, and yeah, I was a wreck after it over. Such a great movie, but that ending, it hit me so damn hard. Earlier this year, I lost my wife. I have not dealt with this well. I don't anyone does. But the theme of the film, how loving someone makes you lonely, it kind of hit me hard. What hit me harder though, was Maquia knowing that she was now lonely, but was so full of joy that she had been loved so much. Yeah. That's just what I needed to hear. Thank you, Okada-senpai. Thank you for reminding me how blessed I have been in my life. For I have been loved.

[@Moonless6491]

I can't compare to what you have lost. I had a girl leave me after I dated her for 7 years, and I knew her for more than that. I was about to propose, but I found out some things she did that mad it clear it was time to end. I lost most friends in the process because we both knew the same people. The feeling of absolute loneliness is the worst thing in the world. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. I have found an odd friend in anime. It's story telling medium is something that can't be duplicated. Many different shows have made me think an realize that many other people are just as lonely and damaged as the rest of us. I have found a certain joy in suffering though. It has made me aware of many things I never thought of before, and I feel I understand the human condition maybe a little bit better. All I can do is be kind to people, and maybe one day I'll find someone else. I wanted to see this movie in theaters, but I missed the show date, so I'm gonna watch it at home. It must be good with a soundtrack like this. I hope things work out for you.

[@CainLatrani]

@@Moonless6491 I'd like to say it's getting easier, but it really isn't. Still, little by little, I'm doing okay. I couldn't agree more with your words on anime. Movies such as this, and shows like Violet Evergarden, and Ano Hanna have helped me deal with the grief so much. All that's left after that is, as you so wisely said, is to try and be kind to others, and keep moving forward, finding joy where I can. Thank you for your kindness.

[@ysmyk8018]

Cain Latrani I hope you can find peace and just know that I know that your wife is in a good place ☺️

[@tungduong9513]

I am sorry with your loss, and I have the same feeling with you about this movie too

[@hecate6017]

bro i usually hate on people but this is not the case dont built up your emotion just cry if you want and i also cant compare to wht your feeling but hope i can help even just a little bit

[@张孟洋]

The time i cried most is when ariel yelled“いかないて、お母さん”，his voice is shaking,and i was crying.

[@franciscocastro3847]

Omg, that scream destroyed me. I cried two times. The first one was the same as yours and the second time was when Maquia turned her face back to Ariel and started crying, omg im shaking right now, my heart hurts :(

[@amylau6648]

Same

[@misstear1605]

This anime ended in a good way but it still makes me moved and burnt out into tears... Maquia always tried to be a good mom but she's actually, already, a true mom. Though Ariel ran away from his feeling for her, it also meant that he left her alone, she still forgave him, and loved him as always. Thanks god that they met again when Ariel had his own precious family, when his feelings grew to be a great regret, so that he could say sorry to her and faced her as the way he was her child. At last, he was her child, again, and Maquia was happy with that though she couldn't be with him...

[@JF-xm6tu]

treasure your parents :)

[@johnwong1578]

A one truly powerful unconditional love... i cant stop crying... helpppp

[@MashiroShiina]

Even Makoto Shinkai praised this Movie

[@Crosshill]

he darned better, why'd it take me this long to even hear of this movie, maybe it was just flipping destined to find me in my time of need or some shit i aint even mad

[@joaquinvaleri7022]

And he never get nominated for an oscar

[@riakun]

Any movie can have a romance in it, but a truly special movie will explore a complex story of motherly and familial love, and blood ties ultimately not mattering at all, and that love is just as powerful and compelling... There is something beautiful in that that we don't see often at all. I love this movie. And I love the soundtrack. Both will always have a very special place in my heart.

[@victorialee5702]

This movie is the best movie I've seen in my life. I was full of tears leaving the theater...

[@miekesierra]

Im also

[@danishapereira8637]

well. have you watched A Silent Voice/ Koi no katachi ?

[@sakura118]

its funny how someones best movie can be someone elses worst movie, I hated it.

[@victorialee5702]

@@danishapereira8637 yes I've seen that one, but I didn't cry as hard

[@neondemon2803]

@@sakura118 Why did you hated it?

[@carlonombres4716]

"I won't cry, I promise."

[@angelwhite7722]

"I'm sorry Ariel... Your mum's gonna break her promise."

[@pippo264]

@@angelwhite7722 she wasn't the only one who cried at least ;-;

[@MerchantUnder]

"It's 10 o'clock and I'm working on a project that due the next day... Why not watch this movie and see why people are crying about it." ~2 hours later~ *is now working on project with tears still falling down her cheeks* "I.... I am a wreck."

[@amyang5622]

Lotus Dragon me... did my essay while watching. i stopped in the middle of the movie cause it got intense. started yelling at my computer crew. when marquia old hair got cut. started bawling already.

[@MerchantUnder]

HEY BACK AT IT AGAIN WITH THE WHOLE PROJECT DUE THE NEXT DAY HAHAHaHA.. help

[@JF-xm6tu]

@@MerchantUnder what are you studying?

[@drenzmikkodelacruz1710]

I just watched it yesterday. And it's very easy to say that it's the most beautiful anime I've ever seen. It topped off Your Name and Koe no katachi. I never cried so hard in my life.

[@triosciankliquit9982]

It's an easy 10/10 movie that is unique and tackles Motherly love, The value of relationships and Love in general, Letting Go, treasuring memories, and the concept of Death and Longevity. It's definitely not Romance for those who think that, but it is something worth more than any stereotypical story.

[@ReelRai]

"Ariel, I'm sorry. Your mom's gonna break her promise." Yeeah didn't expect to get my heart absolutely destroyed by this movie.

[@ynn4519]

Where can i see the movie?

[@juliab3326]

@@ynn4519 Depending on where you live, it´s on Netflix.

[@mariamoooooo]

I watched this movie on a 2 hour delta flight and was flying by myself, sitting next to strangers. By the end of this film I couldn’t hold in my tears and legit bursted out crying it was such a mess but wow what a beautiful film

[@bgdokkibp7368]

omg same. i was watching this on a plane. tried my best to hide all my tears

[@christinechris1402]

Me three

[@yinnei1]

i read some interviews of the screenwriter/director Mari Okada, found out she was a teenage recluse who had a difficult upbringing yet found support along the way from schooldays to working at various jobs in screenwriting. she is an inspiration to many especially those who have problems in their earlier life and for females who are from ethnic background restricts gender equality.

[@jackthaone]

Wow way to go Social Justice warrior. Better way to describe her work hard and stay strong and you can achieve anything.

[@mikedamacenos]

She only managed to accomplish all this because she didn't act like a victim but actually worked hard and her work bore fruits.

[@kevinxiong5385]

I've been listening to this video for years but I just finished watching the movie last night. Cried tears when Ariel said, "Don't go, Mom", when Ariel said "Welcome home" as he was laying in his bed as an old man, and when Maquia started crying at the end, especially during the flashback of her remembering how Ariel grew up along with her. Cried more after the credit scenes as well as after the movie was done. I loved how the whole movie focused on motherhood/parenthood, unconditional love, and Maquia's and Ariel's growth as human beings (despite Maquia not really being human in a sense). To add, I personally think the whole moral of the movie is that it is better to love someone unconditionally, whether it be romantic or not, and be hurt from said love than to never love at all regardless if you can live for a long time or not. Losing someone you love is scary but I think not loving anyone or anyone not loving you is even more terrifying in it's own way. A life without love seems kind of pointless and dull to me.

[@sicelotshireletso8950]

This movie has touched me a true bond between mother and son. This movie showed me you have appreciate how your mom loves you and spending time with her is important before it is too late

[@xuefanli4469]

this movie makes me reconsider whether i'd ever want immortality as a superpower anymore

[@Cheuslove]

for real. who would want that when everyone you know/loved would die before you? just sad

[@iampurpleforreal8202]

Yeah.

[@annashal6010]

yea im happy to be mortal. Be immortal is a curse :(. Think when the world die. When the universe and the existence die.. u are already leave..... is a nightmare

[@loremipsum980]

Immortality is only great if one is a cold-hearted psychopath who can't love or become emotionally attached to anybody, and who cares for no one but themselves. Literally, you have to be some kind of heartless monster to enjoy immortality.

[@onlyaraku]

@@loremipsum980 Quite a critical take of you. Like with all superpowers immortality has its pros and cons. Seeing as you've just about covered all of its drawbacks, I think I should cover its merits. Immortality would enable someone to observe and interact with their descendants. I think that's a beautiful thing, personally, even if it may be painful at times. And beyond that, it would give someone an opportunity to share their memories and knowledge accumulated from centuries of life. It would give one's descendants a window into their family from long ago.

[@rockpumznonofthing3185]

walk out from cinema with manly tears.

[@Atamoss]

You're not alone my friend, my eyes were full of tears in the theater.

[@JacesSanctum]

I saw it a few hours ago, cried my ass off at the end, and am still holding back tears hours later.

[@Midnightkat99]

Everyone at the theatre I went to cried

[@pixelchu]

In my case: walk out from the plane with manly tears (Yup, this movie was available on the plane)

[@paulfranklin8636]

Imagine a theatre with 50 anime nerds in...all ages...old guys like me, big burly 20 somethings with beards, women of all ages and stern middle-aged men all sitting wiping away tears as the end credits roll, then bursting into applause....everyone leaving smiling & crying at having seen a truly great film

[@TheDerpybunneh]

The first song gives me the chills. It's so ethereal and otherworldly.

[@gracelessdaisy5880]

Watched this for the second time and I didn't expect to cry harder than the first time. This movie left me breathless. It has the kind of serenity I am eternally seeking for. Above all, this made me realize of how deep, immeasurable, and strong a mother's love is. You'll definitely miss half of your life if you miss out this movie! 😭😭😭

[@noemialfaro3127]

This movie is so underrated and oh man did it make me cry, beautiful selfless love is unconditional ! It was beautiful As I finished the movie I looked at my son who slept beside me and I couldn’t help but cry harder A masterpiece

[@Zan140]

There is no greater love than a Mother's love. the greatest, purest romance a man can live. Men, take care of your mothers.kiss them, hug them, tell them you love them while you still can.

[@Mariah-ddalgi]

omg im only :54 seconds in and im already sobbing remembering watching this two years ago. the art is innocently beautiful gorgeous with the storyline like a fever dream but actually making sense with twists you hoped hadn't happened. Omg I had forgotten about this movie. It's wonderful.

[@JF-xm6tu]

i watched it with my mum. sure makes you appreciate her

[@dream-sn5op]

the whole soundtrack is just beautiful, it feels so surreal, it's like being transported into another realm, some parts of it just makes me cry, everytime, I don't know but it's making me think of life and our existence, and how we're all in it together, sometimes it's sad, sometimes it's happy, many times it hurts, but there are also moments that we love, we don't know why we're here, but it seems we're all connected, and maybe we'd all reunite in the end in some other realm, where there's no more pain, the hurtful things seem so faraway, and we are safe and loved...

[@mariaamalia2]

I cry every time I listen to this soundtrack, it has a mixture of melancholy and loneliness, a longing for something that is far gone

[@mindfacts6474]

-'This Movie Deserved an Award but it got ignored' . "This will be one of the greatest masterpiece in History of Anime Movies...”

[@essamshayboub9770]

Crying listening to the tracks and reading your comments guys. The effect of this movie is magical.

[@derekneese9497]

"Don't go, Mom!"

[@paulfranklin8636]

Swine!!! I'd recovered and you post that....that's the point when everyone just gave in and let the tears come

[@神-n3v3x]

japanese ”ikanaide kure !!” ”行かないでくれ！！”

[@freyyza]

Yes bro,that scene make me cry

[@haysen123]

僕じゃ守れないんだ。 The words that explain why he acts like ungrateful brat in movie

[@MerchantUnder]

"Welcome.... Home...."

[@sohomgupta2621]

When I was watching the part where Ariel was fighting and Dita struggling to give birth to her baby, I suddenly had a terrifying premonition which I'm glad never came true in the movie. Suppose Ariel did die from that attack (there was good chance he would). And Dita, after giving birth to her child, would die too due to lack of assistance and treatment, say Maquia was too late. And then when Maquia would reach her, she would see a dead Dita clasping her child in her dead-cold fingers. Maquia would bend down to see whether the child was alive, and the child would catch Maquia's fingers..... Just like that moment she had discovered Ariel... She would once again pick up Ariel's child in her arms... And maybe she'd find that old Lorphian guy too, smiling in agony, Smiling at the endless cycle of pain and suffering the Lorphians had to bear If they ever loved a human. And the cycle would take them back to square one, And like a refrain make them go through the times Of peace, happiness, anger, sorrow, anxiety, Just to end in despair, and begin once again. This could be an alternate ending for Maquia's life, but then it would have been a bit too traumatic, right?

[@blank5237]

Fuck you for making me tear up

[@omegakyratian413]

Bruh I thought the exact same thing when that happened...like she would be some kind of guardian angel over Ariel's family or sth

[@xuefanli4469]

no im crying againnnnn

[@akotso]

one of the most powerful movie I've ever watched... it's a shame that it's not far more known

[@bringbkwindos95]

Out of nowhere, I felt tears fill my eyes. An absolutely lovely movie.

[@ynn4519]

Do you know where i can see it?

[@alexturner1309]

​@@ynn4519On Amazon prime or on DVD

[@annaijustwanttoliveachilll9162]

I wonder if this is the afterlife where, in the end they both reunited and got to meet again, in a single precious moment of peace, tranquility and serenity where all they need to feel complete is each other...Thank you and God bless you, Maquia and Ariel; the most beautiful and truly precious and heartbreaking story of "Sincere, Truly Precious, Beautiful Sentiment of Pure Familial Bond, of Pure Familial Love." May you both rest well in peace right by each other's side now.

[@Rosiiiiiiie]

This movie made me cry so much. So many people complained about the lack of romance, but this movie was special. It showed the unconditional love of a mother and her son. I want there to be more movies like this.☺

[@areyoumadxd1247]

I just walked out of the Theater for this about an 1 hour and 15 minutes ago... GODDAMMIT. I actually had tears flowing out of my eyes. PERFECT!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@セッター-t9s]

最近日本でリバイバル上映されました。今まで知らずに初めて観たのですが号泣。傑作映画は数多くの映画の中に埋もれていることがあります。

[@joaquinvaleri7022]

Saludos desde Argentina

[@1555999760]

There are very few anime that can make me cry. This one is the most emotional one I had ever seen in my life. I would recommend anyone to watch this once in their life. It’s a masterpiece of an anime production both visual and story.

[@FurEngel]

This is going to possibly be the best movie of 2018. I rate it 9/10. And it is in my top 5 Anime of all time.

[@georgethemonkeydrummer5598]

D.E. Sarcarean yes but not everyone thinks the same but as of right now average is 8.5-9

[@justyouraverageweebwhocana2924]

And yet it still somehow won’t get an Oscar even though it has every right to get one just like your name did.

[@Leonhart_93]

@@justyouraverageweebwhocana2924 As far as I know, Oscars are a thing in USA. I think it's par for the course that anything not made in USA won't get an Oscar.

[@justyouraverageweebwhocana2924]

Leonhart spirited away got one and lots of others gets at least nominated so saying that is pretty bs imo

[@Leonhart_93]

@@justyouraverageweebwhocana2924 Nah, it's true for the most part. If you were to look at the list for the awards for the best animated feature, you would see that most of them are not that great animated films made in USA. Clearly they are heavily biased.

[@datboiJan]

this movie is an underrated gem with an amazing soundtrack. I'm glad to have watched it

[@Nole2701]

24:18 right in the feels

[@morningstar1651]

this this this i was going to comment this lol

[@Nole2701]

its from *that* scene.

[@morningstar1651]

Oh i didn't watch it yet, couldn't find a download link

[@TigerSHe]

got tears coming out already

[@janime9554]

Oof 😭😭

[@PetreMihai94]

24:18 "I couldn't keep my promise, I'm sorry"

[@norazlineshaffiati2629]

This anime really affected me as a mother to a lovely cat name Mataye. I found her just like Maquia found Ariel. I buried her mother that day when I found her on the street. She lives more than a decade now. I watch her grow everyday. From the moment I fed her for the first time until she is now. That moment when I help her giving birth to beautiful kittens. It's sad watching her now. She's very old 😭 she's older than me in human age

[@HollyJollyJennileeBest]

im the same way with my dog Lady... i got her when she was only 3 months old... I almost didnt pick her from all the other pups in the litter but when we were signing the papers for a different dog i picked that particularly liked my dad... i took a look at her and it was as if she was looking at me like i was abandoning her... so i said no to signing the papers and got her instead... best decision ive ever made in my life... she stood out to me by jumping and climbing over all her brothers and sisters to get to me... and she was licking me crazily and biting me playfully at the same time... thats when i knew she was the one... she is such a perfect beautiful sweet smart charming lovely lucky Lady... Shes about to be 11 this year and has gotten sick numerous times... shes been having a tough time walking and its so hard to see her and not think that one day I will have to bury by lil baby lady... its as if ive been grieving for the amount of time that ive had her.... its so hard.... shes still here but not a day goes by where i dont think about her and how grateful i am for her... we dont deserve our furbabies thats for sure... such a shame god let us shitty humans live longer

[@ariyanarahman5061]

how's she doing

[@jennanuntavijan]

This movie!!!!!!! I love this movie and the reason I love it is because it showcased the unconditional love, a love that will always return with nothing but love even through thick and thin. [spoiler]When Ariel left her, I was sad of his action for doing so but I thought about my own relationship with my mom and there was time I want to go too... it’s not because I don’t love her but I was old enough to make my own decisions and then there was time I said that I don’t regret anything but it came back to me that the child in me will always be there and I will always love and miss my mom. But this movie shows the part she came back to him, help his wife give birth, also help the wounded him. It was the most beautiful selfless love that stirred the past memories of him and her that his mom will always be his mom. The relationship with his wife show that through the love he got from his mother, he was going to be the gentle soul that going to love another person the way his mother taught him to love. The last scene where she flew on renata was also beautiful. It show that she was ready to accept that he have his own life and that he was going to live to the fullest because she wish him nothing but love. Truly a magical movie to showcase the unconditional love ❤️ I will always remember this movie

[@vshokeen7600]

No words. This was simply a very unique masterpiece.

[@tokiiee5096]

I honestly almost couldn't breathe from crying watching this movie it was so good i didnt expect to like it so much 🥲

[@froggy12koreangirl]

Somehow I always find my way back here, it’s been years, Years at this point. How odd the fabric of time passes, feeling so helpless at times, it’s a little reassuring to know we all are. In all honesty, every time I listen to, watch, I find myself unable to control my tears. This story while fantastical always tells a human story, there’s always people strive ahead! So while we slowly grow into our own, watch us grow. Watch and even if we take our time it’s okay. The garden of flowers will bloom! -Sorry, if I rambled too much, but this is so nostalgic to come back and revisit. Even now, the skies are blooming with promised flowers.

[@Haze4743]

One of the most underrated anime movies of all time, easily.

[@alaeaaa]

I first saw this movie during one of my anime club meetings. We literally extended our session time and didnt leave until we finished the entire movie. By the end I was pretty much crying on the inside and I tried so hard to control my tears because there were people in the room. I first thought that this movie was gonna have a lot of romance because of how the first few minutes turned out but it was really just about the bond between parents and their children. Visuals and animations were great and the soundtracks were amazing. Wished this movie got more recognition that it definitely deserves.

[@osen6907]

Totally love this movie I am crying while writing this.

[@coolguybroz5433]

This movie impacted me the way I never expected it to. I would've beaten myself up for not watching this film earlier. The first time I watched this is back in August 2019. And it hurts me a lot because it perfectly showed the beauty of maternal love, of mother and son. It hurts, because I knew then that I never had the chance to show this to my mom, who sadly passed away 4 months prior. It's really beautiful and I'm sure she would've loved it too. :)

[@youtube_fox3793]

25:11 Me: Oh no... 25:37 Me: OH NO **crying**

[@スライムキング-x7z]

Me too.

[@victoriadavenport5554]

This is honestly so underrated. It really is one of the best anime movies out there. It deserves way more viewers. I have never seen such a movie that depicts mother and son so well. Even if they aren't related.

[@Nickxis]

I cried almost non stop for the last 30 minutes of the movie, damn, it was beautiful.

[@riceballalabama4312]

I normally don't comment but I have to just for this. This movie changed my life and I'll never look at things the same ever again.

[@rodrigoislas8569]

This is the best movie I have seen in my life... It steered feelings inside me that I had forgotten, I cannot stop thinking about it.

[@shir0sl]

Maquia made me cry harder than 'I want to eat your pancreas', 'silent voice', 'your name' and 'weathering with you' Like it got me depressed after watching it bro...

[@ani07-a]

I think this is the first movie where the sountrack alone makes me cry. just beautiful. watched the movie yesterday and HAD to look for the ost today. ♥

[@professionaljolynesimp1517]

Mari Okada is singlehandedly responsible for why I cried myself to sleep for almost a month straight because of how much I couldn't get over this movie and I thank her for that

[@blurredmirrors]

Viator really hits me. Every time.

[@genderenigma8276]

The usage of strings in this soundtrack is lovely. From the Piano strings being hit by the pedals to the gentle strums of some sort of guitar-like instrument and the soft wails of the violin, this soundtrack uses the string to tell a story. Just like the Hibiol they weave.

[@みぃた-o9t]

泣いてしまう…… やばい。この映画は神作。 サントラで泣いたの初めてかも😭

[@ひよこ食べたい]

みぃたん CLANNADもオススメですよ。

[@みぃた-o9t]

Kazu Ishi ありがとうございます！初めてみました！いいですね☺️

[@a愛深]

映画館で一人泣きしたw

[@キングスライム-k9s]

川井憲次さんなのがまたいいんだよね😌

[@KillerTacos54]

I've never quite fallen in love with something in the same way as I did with this film. It struck a very special chord in me

[@BGMRelaxingMusicStudio]

I am playing this music every morning welcoming my kindergarten students to classroom. The music brings calmness as they enter and play quietly waiting for class to begin. Thank you.

[@Yet_another_placeholder]

Just watched this movie last night, because it didn't premiere in Denmark until this week... That was the first time ever I've actually cried in a cinema, and that didn't happen just once... I'm definitely getting it on Blu-Ray when it comes out! It's such a great movie, and such a touching story, that even those who don't care about anime ought to at least give it a chance...

[@rxq2165]

Bro i cried the whole movie

[@dragonforjustice9646]

This movie made me so sad and happy at the same time! It actually made me realialize a lot of things and made me want to move forward! I needed a lot of time a lot of time but i'm finally ready to do it! Thanks maquia!

[@crowei]

I silently cried to this since I was watching it at night with my parents right beside me. The urge to hug them was strong when I finished it but they were already asleep. My eyes were all puffy the next morning and I told them that I cried to a movie I watched. I basically told them everything about this movie nonstop rambling on and on. I would want to watch it with them but I can't bear to watch this movie a second time, it just hurts too much.

[@skiesky6224]

I knowww😭😭😭😭

[@armandsolermarti4349]

Oh my god with "Yakusoku no Hana", I flew weightless all the way to the sky. What an incredible sensation, to be able to watch a scene just with the sounds of a track.

[@mr.swedishfish12]

I honestly regret not watching this earlier. It's truly a masterpiece. I'm usually one who is very picky about soundtracks and I have never cried watching anime. I've watched many Studio Ghibli films, Violet Evergarden, a Silent Voice, I Want to Eat Your Pancreas, and many other sad anime, but none were able to make me even shed a tear (though some were close). However, this movie had me crying multiple times, and by the end, I was just sobbing. It's truly beautiful.

[@NV-Paraboy778]

This movie made me completely speechless 😭

[@justtet9492]

I feel damn good when I wasn't the only who bursted into tears. This is absolutely masterpiece. It is beautiful and definitely in my top 3 anime worth to watch of all time. The writer made me cried once with Anohana, and she did it again. I rarely cry with things. Holy... I love this film so much. I'm looking for the novel but it doesn't seem to be published yet :(((

[@shicret4382]

This anime is kinda underrated... like I've never.NEVER cried this much in the past years before.. I recommend this to everyone who wants to cry lmao ;-;♡♡

[@cheemengkennytee3651]

Everyone gangster until Maquia said "Your mother is about to break her promise"

[@eslem0681]

This Soundtrack made me get my motivation back for writing good emotional stories.

[@hoomanmarzban3198]

Why couldn't I stop crying after I first watched this beautiful animation as well as I am hearing this OST? It really touches my heart. ❤💘💓 Thank you for sharing this masterpiece.

[@沙里瓦]

久違的聽到音樂又開始想哭了，當初看的時候真是眼淚掉個沒完

[@NoJamsJofinn]

FeelsBadMan for Medmel, her last scene was spectacular.😢 Hope Lady Medmel became a great person. Truly great movie to watch

[@hwen4822]

“Mama's a beautiful person, isn't she?”

[@KhoaTV]

This soundtrack is so good! Whoever worked on this deserves a raise, the soundtrack gets me everytime. 😭

[@hanabi235]

3:58 Okay this is the start of my favorite music moment. Just a self-reminder 😆 This part always brings little tears to my eyes it just hits me different 🥲

[@diemmarley1217]

Maquia is one of the best anime movie i've ever watched, it is like a prayer that keeps on giving. I dont think my own mom loves me that much lol

[@wilbur_chrishu170]

Ko noe Katachi, Your lie in April, Your Name, Violet Evergardern, *When the Promised Flower Blooms*

[@angelob.1089]

Re-watched this recently for the 4th time. It's one of those films whose re-watch value does not diminish and whose emotional power increases as you experience it over and over again.

[@prajeeta_]

now way i watched this movie instead of studying for finals and ended up with swollen eyes

[@akosuafrimpong4465]

One masterpiece I will never forget 🥹

[@martialaw566]

This is one of those movies that has you coming back over and over to experience the pure beauty which is the first hour of the film...followed by the ending. As well as a couple scenes here and there. Honesly, i would've liked this to be a nonlinear short film.

[@martialaw566]

Or wish you were japanese to understand the nuances of emotion and deeper meaning awkwardly translated through subtitles

[@queenofcats9240]

This promotional poster was so misleading for me. When I saw this image I thought that Maquia and Ariel were gonna be in love but because Maquia ages slowly they wouldn’t be able to grow old together but it was completely different and instead they were mother and son. It caught me off guard and it was WAY better and so much more emotional than I thought it was gonna be