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When 17-year-old Makoto Konno gains the ability to 'leap' backwards through time, she immediately sets about improving her grades and preventing personal mishaps. However, she soon realises that changing the past isn't as simple as it seems, and eventually, will have to rely on her new powers to shape the future of herself and her friends.
High school student Makoto Konno discovers she has the ability to literally leap through time, allowing her to redo moments in her life. Initially, she uses this power for trivial personal gains, like acing tests or reliving fun moments. However, as she learns the consequences of altering the past, Makoto must grapple with the true meaning of her powers and the impact they have on her relationships and future.
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its heartwarming story, beautiful animation, and relatable characters. It resonated with both critics and audiences for its charming depiction of adolescence and its thought-provoking exploration of time, choice, and consequence.
Praised for its imaginative premise and emotional depth.
Applauded for its stunning animation and character development.
Celebrated as a unique and touching take on adolescent life and the concept of time travel.
Google audience: Audiences loved the film's charming story, particularly its emotional resonance and relatable portrayal of teenage life. Many appreciated the film's blend of humor and heartfelt moments, finding the time-travel element a unique and engaging device.
Mainichi Film Award for Best Animated Film, Tokyo International Anime Fair Award for Best Feature Film.
The film is a loose spiritual successor to a 1983 novel of the same name by Yasutaka Tsutsui, though the story and characters are largely different.
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“Makoto” is one of those young girls who would probably be late for her own funeral. Every morning is a last minute rush as she gulps her breakfast then heads to high school and her two best friends “Kosuke” and “Chiaki” to continue with he...