Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop
Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop

Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop

2021Movie88 minJapanese

After meeting one day, a shy boy who expresses himself through haiku and a bubbly but self-conscious girl share a brief, magical summer.

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IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes86%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users92%
Director: Kyōhei IshiguroGenres: Animation, Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Cherry, a shy boy who struggles to express himself, finds solace in writing haiku. He falls for Smile, a girl who hides her braces and insecurities behind a cheerful facade. Their paths cross at a community center, and they bond over their love for music and poetry, developing a unique connection despite their communication barriers.

Critical Reception

Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop was generally well-received, praised for its heartwarming story, vibrant animation, and relatable themes of self-expression and overcoming shyness. Critics and audiences alike found it to be a charming and visually appealing anime film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its beautiful and fluid animation style.
  • Commended for its sweet and touching story about young love and communication.
  • Appreciated for its unique visual metaphors and gentle pacing.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved the film, highlighting its adorable characters, engaging romantic storyline, and delightful visual presentation. Many found it to be a refreshing and positive viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop,' is a direct metaphor for the characters' feelings and their journey towards expressing themselves, with the effervescence of soda representing the internal emotions trying to escape.

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Alunauwie

Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop offers a simple yet heartfelt story about self-acceptance and young romance, told through a light and relatable narrative. While the animation style and background art feel somewhat static and less dynamic for ...