Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou

I have no idea what everyone is praising this movie for. It's full of shallow, unoriginal perspectives on motherhood, little to no character (girls are "mom" and boys are "child" or "husband", there are no personalities or development besides characters getting older or one word descriptions like "crybaby" and "tomboy" in the first 5 minutes that never become relevant) and plot points that lead nowhere. There is too much flirting with incest for me to ignore, which is horrible and uncomfortable, and there is an odd fascination with rape. Every single character is cookie cutter predictable in action, the Iorphians are needlessly difficult to tell apart, and the ending was completely emotionless. Sure there was a montage to try and tug at heartstrings, but I was so confused over why the girls ran off and about the pointless abandoned plot threads that I didn't even care, and there was never anything to make me connect with the characters besides the constant shouting of "SHE'S HIS MOM" over and over. I was raised by a single mother, and that sort of narrative is best SHOWN, not blandly stated with little actual emotion in the scenes. The whole movie felt rushed, even though it wasn't any shorter than most, and I'm left baffled and disappointed in all the 10 star reviews. The art is mostly pretty, but everything else was a disappointment. If you want a story with meaningful emotional single mom payoff, listen to Dear Evan Hansen or something. Hell, Highway 20 Ride has more emotion than this movie does.

This is one of those movies (animated or otherwise) that manages to draw viewers into another world, where timelines, cultures and imagery are radically different, and yet holds that magical suspension of disbelief throughout its feature length. I realize that this movie was polarising when it was released, and quite a few disgruntled reviewers have voiced their disappointment at its hype. But for this couple on a stay home date night, this animation was simply what it promised to be: magical, lyrical and hopeful, despite the melancholic thread of loneliness, war and mortality it's steeped in. Be patient, as it takes time for the characters to grow on you. I was particularly touched by the varied dimensions and expressions of how loneliness may take shape, unrequited love being only one form of it. Its main storyline is the biopic of a nameless infant, and the moving "village" that raised it. A definite must watch for those looking for a good story and moving music and stunning visuals that's distinct from the familiar styles of Miyazaki and Shinkai. Now I've a sudden urge to rewatch the Age of Adaline, which is about the only spoiler you'll get from this review. :)

This is a very hearfelt anime it touched my heart and I even cried while watching this. I liked the story line very very much. It is a very beautiful anime and it sometimes made me very sad. This is one of my favorite anime movies that I have watched I liked the development in each character and how it progresses further on the story and how each of them interact in some ways it reminded me of a kinda broken family but reunites again further on the story progresses. I would highly recommend this to people who like movies that have this much emotions. They progress so much in how their life and shows the different kinds of ways that a family is hard and how hard it is raising a child as a single parent.

I'd like to preface this review by saying I went into the movie blind, not knowing anything about it and it won over my heart wholeheartedly. This movie will go in my top animes of all time, but it is not without faults. *Warning: spoilers ahead* Like a lot of critics mentioned, I felt the story was overly ambitious for the amount of time the movie has. In particular, I felt the battle between other nations at the climax was rushed and unresolved. The invading nations won, so what is the fate of the support cast? There is also no closure for most of the support casts who had long pass away by the time Maquia returned back to the village to bid her son, Ariel, farewell. I don't think the story had bad elements per se, but just lacked the extra scenes needed to make the movie whole due to time constraints. But this is nit-picky of me, because the main focus is on the relationship between Maquia and Ariel. Everything else serves to explore their relationship (which I wish we could have more of!). I really think the movie is best enjoyed by people who can really empathize with others. Here, we have a 15-year-old immortal who was ripped away from her home and family, and tossed into a foreign world with nothing but a burnt cloth that serves as memoir of her home. It's absolutely devastating and the only thing that gives her purpose to move on is this orphan she picks up from a raided camp. I'm not a woman, but I could imagine how happy she was to have someone to bond with as family. You get to see how Ariel is attached to his adoptive mom as a child, and how he grows distant in his teens. He doesn't mean to, but he said some mean things that really hurts his mom. The raw emotions of the characters are so real that it really hurts me, and I found myself crying three times throughout the watch. I will never forget what my literature teacher taught me: It doesn't matter whether there's a moral to the story, or if there's a specific message the author is trying to convey. What really matters is how YOU can relate to the story and characters; Losing my dad to cancer was the most traumatizing experience I've ever encountered. So hell-yes, I cherish the bond between family members, but I also know how painful partings are. We are so caught up with everyday life that we take for granted how lucky we are to be among loved ones, and sometimes we regret how we didn't spend enough time with them when it's too late. After watching this, I want to give my mom a kiss on the cheek.

SayoAsa to me was like a study: What happens if a (nearly) immortal being that has been kept away from all suffering endured by mortals is suddenly faced with the grimness of this world? This question was well thought through and executed even better. Story: (I gave a 10/10) The story about the unlikely mother and son was followed through to the end. Even if that meant some logical inconsistencies along the way, and a big case of "convenience" right before the climax. But to me that were sacrifices I was ready to endure. For the story started to make me wonder, fantasize and but-what-if... right along watching it and even more so after I had finished it. It posed some riddles, some questionmarks, into my brain which the latter will work on during the next days (though hopefully not at the cost of me slipping from reality...). And if a story achieves that within me, I consider it a good one. SayoAsa did so in an intensity very few stories have done before. Hence, I consider it a "masterpiece". Art (I gave a 10/10) The movie didn't look like one from 2018, it looked older for the most part. Not much, but older. More handdrawn and less CGI (though I'm not sure e.g. Leilia's flight was done that way). To me that's great. Because It did what it was supposed to: it evoked in me the feeling that this is another world far from my own. Yet, one that is inviting and worth exploring. Sound (I gave a 8/10) This is not to say I didn't like the sound. To the contrary - I loved the basedrum sound during the battle scenes, and the soft music in the emotional scenes sure worked well to underline the mood. But it is not a soundtrack I would buy and listen to. There are Anime movie soundtrack pieces I regularly listen to while relaxing, but I doubt any one from SayoAsa will get part of my playlist. Charakter (I gave 10/10) Here is where the movie shines. Some voices I heard/read complained about the missing development of the main characters, partly due to the large jumps in story time during the movie. But to me that didn't seem the case: Maquia truly developed while Ariel went through the well known crises of young adulthood. The side figures mostly where functions rather than full-fletched characters (apart from Leilia maybe). But that doesn't hurt since the characterization of the two MCs was done so well. Enjoyment... Overall... and my judgement Here I should state that, yes, I started writing this like 15 min or so after finishing SayoAsa. And yes, one may say that tomorrow I might give it a 9 or 8 only. Except that I won't. I have written some texts already into this review form, deleted them again and changed my mind latter, being glad I didn't take the opportunity to release my first review. But this time it is different. I seldom was so sure about how I felt towards any Anime before (considering positive feelings only, of course). I won't say this is THE Anime of 2018 or "a" masterpiece in general. To me it simply feels like one. It made me utterly happy And I hope it will do so to many others.

So I would have liked this movie more... if I had not seen Mamoru Hosada's Wolf Children a couple of years back. Don't get me wrong. This movie is fine. Its goal was to tell a story of a mother's love for her child, and it did so just fine. However, there is definitely room for improvement. Apart from the relationship between Maquia and Ariel, the whole side story with Leilia just seemed... there. This meant there was less time with Maquia and Ariel. It is especially true in the last third of the movie when the film tries to wrap up many of the character arcs. And that brings me to Wolf Children. I felt more invested in Hana's love for Ame and Yuki than Maquia's love for Ariel simply because I felt like I spent more time with them. Wolf Children's story just seemed more focused. Apart from motherly love, it also addressed the children's struggle with their identities as both wolf and human. But this film had too many things going on. What did it mean to be a mother? How does it feel to watch everyone else age, but not you? Why should you love your child, even if you didn't intend to have one? There's so many questions and the film tries its best to answer them. Apart from story and characters, the art and music is well done. The film looks absolutely gorgeous and the art does a great job with the world building. The music knows when to be loud for the bombastic moments and soft for its intimate moments. So should you watch this film? Sure, go ahead, it's not a waste of time. Is it a great film? Well, I'll leave that up to you.

Warning: Will contain minor spoilers. Everything here is written based on the assumption that you, as the reader, have at least read the synopsis, if not watched the actual movie. Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou, or SayoAsa, was a great goddamn film. Although I'm a male and currently not yet in a relationship, even I could sympathize with Maquia's (the main lead) tribulations as a mother and learned to appreciate those like her, who raise us. I was crying constantly during the last few dozen minutes like I had been reverted back into when I was a baby from how beautiful the portrayal was. But, without further ado, the actual review: Starting off with the story aspect, I feel like this was the weakest out of everything - though admittedly, it was still very good. The start was pretty generic and simplistic in terms of how these types of fantasy-drama anime movies go - Maquia's home village is attacked and she manages to escape through sheer luck by using the dragon to take her away from the village. After this, however, everything gets much more interesting - especially with all the characters meeting up again after years have gone by. Unfortunately, even though I consider Maquia to be incredible, it does admittedly have a lot of plot holes even I could spot over all my time spent crying. For one, it was way too convenient for the first dragon to contract the Red-Eye disease or whatever it was at the start, just in time to save Maquia. It was also jarring how fast some of the time skip transitions were in the latter half of the movie. All-in-all though, these points are generally just nitpicking. Onto art, it was really good. Not much to say here. The animation was fluid and the art portrayed people's emotions very well. Everything was very detailed, too, as expected for movie production. Not once did I spot any characters in the background missing any details, like eyes and mouths. The character designs were very pretty and even though all the Iorph's were quite similar in appearance, it was always possible to distinguish from who was who even without the character's voices. Speaking of voices, the next area to critique is the sound. And damn was the sound good. Every character's voice acting was absolutely incredible, especially the main few. Maquia has a relatively subdued, quiet, and polite voice most of the time, but when the scenes require it, her VA does an excellent job at portraying incredible happiness, sadness, etc. I especially felt like it was really good at that line about "her promise", and if you've watched the movie, you know what I mean. As for the character portion, this was the area which bumped my enjoyment and overall rating to a ten. All of the characters have unique personalities and the character development is incredible to watch, specifically those of Maquia and Ariel/Eriel. The way the movie showed how painful it was to be a mother (especially so for her age), and also its portrayal of Ariel's rebellious stages was especially nut-busting good. And when I mean nut, I mean NUT-nut. The struggles and tribulations EVERY major character in the film goes through, and I mean EVERYONE (except for Izor, but eh) goes through will make you tear up, if not individually then collectively. In the end, this movie was a 10/10 for me, and it's probably my favorite film of all time. Take that with a huge grain of salt, as I'm a weeb who doesn't go outside much and therefore I haven't seen many movies (actually probably watched more anime films than live-action), but still, it says what I like about the movie. In terms of overall anime I've seen, I would rate this film in my top three. Go watch it if you haven't, if not for the presentation of motherhood and all that, then just to see a good story with good animation, sound direction and heart-pulling scenes. Ten-out-of-goddamn-ten.

Seriously? This literally came out of nowhere, this film has gotten such little attention it's beyond ridiculous. This is the epitome of what animation can do. This will forever be a classic in my eyes and I suggest anyone to watch this, it has something for everyone. I adore everything about this show, from the animation to the characters everything is sublime. The CGI is there but it's hidden masterfully and used sparingly and where it needs to be used. It's used to enhance the animation and not to save money. The music is sweet and lovely, the characters are well written and with the story the characters flourish. This film is what every show and film weather it be live action or animation should strive to be. Beautiful.

Damn it all. Even as I'm writing this review, I simply can't stop the tears flowing from my eyes. This movie is far too beautiful, to not become emotional when watching it. Please do not hesitate to watch this movie, because it's an experience that you won't ever regret having. *Non-Spoiler Review* Before I begin gushing with praise for this movie, let me get out the few extremely minor issues I had with it. For starters, there were certain parts of the story that moved a bit too slowly for my taste, and there are a few infuriating events that happen within the story. These don't derail the narrative, but depending on the impact it will have on you, it could either enhance or put you off the story entirely. For the majority of you, it shouldn't be a problem though. The story told is intriguing, as it isn't a format that is often seen in media nowadays, but it uses a setting that we're all mostly familiar with. This could either be seen as a good or bad decision, based on your perspective, but personally I found this to be a good choice. It helps cut out the need for excessive world-building narrations, and lets us discover the world on our own through dialogue between the characters, and certain events that happen within the story. Thus, increasing the amount of time we get to become emotionally attached to the main character, which enhances the story by ten-fold. The narrative took a few interesting turns here and there, but overall it remained consistent to the main theme this movie is trying to get across. Now, while the story may be beautiful, the animation for this movie is able to match, or even surpass its beauty. P.A. Works did a great job with the animation and backgrounds, that just looking at it could make you emotional. The way that characters developed felt natural and real. Their interactions are interesting watch, and they all feel real because they're not perfect in anyway. Each of them gets to continue down their path, and ultimately learn from their experiences. These experiences that aren't always the best, but they're the ones that make you who you are. Who would've thought that the ups and downs of life could all be so beautiful to experience? In summary, this movie is a must-watch for anyone really. You don't have to be an anime fan to appreciate a great narrative with compelling characters and a wholesome conclusion. Which is why I recommend watching this movie to anyone reading this review, and also why I was bold enough to give this a 10/10 rating. A true masterpiece deserves to be called one. Thank you for reading this review! I hope you all have a wonderful day, and don't forget to tell your mother that you love her! I promise you that you won't ever regret saying that.

I have to say,when I see this movie first time,I thought this wouldn't be a very great movie,because I didn't hear any informations from my friends,but this movie changed my mind sucuessfully. This movie changed my mind and my life, I have been a disobedient teenager for 15 years and I don't understand what are the loves from parent because my dad and my mom got divorced when I was in kindergarten after this I talk less to my family I want all of they go die,my dad brought his daughter back to Taiwan and having a meal with me I was very sad at that time and I keep trying to not cry,but when I went home,I told my mom and grandmother,they just talk it like a joke,I was very angry and sad about it,now I know they had the same feeling with me,so they tried to find another way to solve it,although this way hurt me hard,this movie opened my mind,I suddenly understand what are "mothers" thinking about,thanks to this movie and the guy who recommend this movie,thanks to all of my live! Story (9/10): To be honest,the first half the story isn't very clear to understand if you dont watch it seriously,the begining of the story,the elder said:don't love to someone,love will make you alone.When I saw this text I supposed this will be a story about love. and I set a challenge to myself,don't cry after I finished this movie,but I failed hard. The story about mother's love really touch my heart.the end of the story they said sayonara to each other,Maquia couldn't keep their promise,the part of Ariel's growing up,I cried very hard.The middle of the story,Maquia said she can't be Ariel's mom and Ariel shout "mom" also touched my heart hard. Art (9/10): I don't really understand art,but I know the sun and the cloud mixed perfectly the scenery reflect character's heart. Sound (8/10): Background music starts at perfect time,story,music,and view just present this movie perfectly. Character (9/10): Maquia is very cute.You can understand every character's story from the movie.Its very good. Enjoyment (10/10): As I said this can change my life.What a amazing movie!

since i have nothing to do i think i'm going to write a review, its my first time tho so sorry if its a flop i'm aware that this anime has been really hype currently and finally went to watch this with high expectations and somehow ended up blown away. even though the plots leap here and there, it's very certain and still manage to reveal the important point at every events, the characters development is quite good as well especially maquia and ariel, you can tell how much love and care was put into each other. and don't forget the beautifully made artwork, it blessed my eyes. the lightning, angles, camera, foreshadowing, everything. i've been craving for an angst lately and this movie literally hit me there, i shed too much tears that i sobbed at the end. even though there are certain events that still confused me but it's truly a phenomenal movie that i would highly recommend this to anyone to watch before they die (:

I've always had an affinity for stories that can bring out real, raw emotion in me, whether it be sadness, laughter, anger, etc. and Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms definitely gave me an abundance of reasons and opportunities to show my true emotions. To give an example of what I mean, I wasn't afraid to openly cry during my first viewing of the film, because everybody else in the cinema was crying with me. I had the privilege of initially watching Maquia on the big screen, and it truly was an experience that will stay with me for the rest of my life. I loved the story before I even saw the movie, because I was so enraptured by the sheer potential that it had, that I would honestly watch the trailers several times a day, just getting caught up in the story, soundtrack, animation, etc. I did have concerns regarding the relationship between Maquia and Ariel, as there was a chance that once Ariel grew up, their relationship could take a bad turn from a storyteller's point of view, but I was pleasantly surprised and relieved by how it was handled. In general, there were many chances for the entire film to become your run-of-the-mill, cheap, boring romance movie, but the creators knew exactly what was best for the story, and they were able to stay on track for Maquia to reach its brilliant conclusion. I fell in love with Maquia, as a character, as well as many other members of the cast. The best thing about the time-skips that take place throughout the movie is the fact that we can watch the characters develop and mature in a very smooth and realistic way. I remember crying when they cried, and smiling when they smiled, making them very relatable and easy to see the world through their eyes. Speaking of the world of Maquia, I personally think that it was built very well. It's a well-realised setting with beautiful writing and stunning art. To me, it feels like a world from a fairytale. Overall, I may be very biased, but I truly love this movie. I was hooked long before I even watched it, ever since I saw the trailer for the first time. It's not for everybody, but I can recommend it to anybody who's looking for a good film to get emotional over.

Tonight i saw this beautiful film. It truly warmed my heart while also making me bawl like a small child. Stories where we see characters really grow up and change are favorites of mine. And stories about the bond between parents and children hit home with me personally. The journey that Maquia and Ariel go on is a truly special story that was a joy to see. Huge props to every single cast member and crew member stateside and in Japan. This one is something else. She kept her promise alright. This film shows such a beautiful depiction of motherhood and parentage that it becomes magical. Not since maybe Wolf Children have I been so taken aback by a films display of this subject. Maquia is such a fantastic mother to Ariel even not being his biological mother. Their journey is such a long stretching one bonkers to think about. But the story on whole is much larger in scale. All the politics and world machinations are fascinating to watch in how they unfold over the course of many decades. Everything this film does is magical. It's such a marvel in its beauty.

This is my first to write a review to anime that i watched, it triggered my emotion to write something about this beautiful anime. I am frustrated that only few watch this in my country, this deserve more attention and i like others to also enjoy this. Spoiler* Maquia-Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou, is a story about how can a mother love knows no bounds. Sadness and happiness will be beside us as we live in this world, but we are NOT alone, we have a mother that will guide us to which path in life that the best for us. the music is really exact in every every moment and so pleasing to hear and there are emotion. the art looks really good, the character design, scenery is really beautiful. the characters will dwell inside of you as they portrait what really is important as a person. I almost cried in the cinema as i watch, i also didn't attend the first day of my class to watch this and it's really worth, i really recommend this beautiful anime to watch if its available in your country.

Personal stats: as of Sep 2025, I have completed 194 anime with a mean score of 7.33. Maquia score: 9/10. Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms felt like more than just a movie to me. It played like a love song — not tied to romance, not even to one kind of relationship, but to the act of learning how to love itself. The story carries you through bonds that are fragile, painful, and beautiful, and by the end it feels like a melody that lingers in your heart. One line from the film stayed with me: “You can’t love someone from outside. If you do, you will become truly alone.” For me, this means that love cannot exist from a distance, as an idea or an ideal. Real love requires stepping into someone’s world, sharing both their joys and their struggles. If you only admire or care from afar, you’re left isolated in your own feelings, and the other person never truly receives that love. The ending song captures this feeling perfectly: (English translation) “Let’s take one more step, And bring our love with us, Just like we’re playing a song… No matter what we’ll struggle through, Because the sun will rise up again, I know.” Time passes, loss comes, but love endures as something deeply human and unforgettable. Even when everything changes, the act of loving, and learning how to love, is what shines through. This is not just a fantasy story - it is a quiet masterpiece, a reminder that love is most powerful when it is lived, not observed.

In terms of predictability, while some story elements might be anticipated in a general sense, the narrative takes unexpected turns, particularly in how it handles the emotional depth and complexities of its characters. I enjoyed it because it delves into the emotional struggles of its characters in a way that feels genuine and heartfelt. The art style is quite fitting for the story. It's beautifully animated, capturing both the fantastical and mundane aspects of the world, which complement the emotional depth of the narrative. The characters are well-rounded; they have both strengths and flaws. Maquia, for instance, possesses resilience and love but also faces challenges stemming from her immortality. Other characters also undergo realistic development, showcasing their strengths and vulnerabilities. Their reactions to situations feel genuine and human. They grapple with difficult decisions and emotions, reacting in ways that feel authentic given their circumstances. As for others' enjoyment, it depends on individual tastes. Those who appreciate emotionally rich narratives, stunning animation, and themes of love and sacrifice may find it captivating. However, those who prefer faster-paced plots or are less drawn to introspective, emotionally driven stories might not enjoy it as much. Ultimately, its appeal might vary based on personal preferences, but its emotional depth and visual beauty could resonate with many audiences. 10/10 story 10/10 enviroment 10/10 music everything 10/10 this anime movie is underrated if you have time you must watch this unique masterpiece.

My first impression on it was just average, I really considered it as a good movie. Impressed by the visual & then when it came in the middle I recalled my memory & even though I was confused with the story I resumed it. And eventually I have to say it is a masterpiece. Let me explain my points, this movie is impressively has a great plot, a beautiful world building, good choice of colour palate. The characters are designed briefly but, has defined roles. And with that confusion stuff, so its not new though, many directors choose that process where they create a curiosity at the start of the story & clarifying that little by little throughout the journey. The story gets almost 90% clear by the end so its fair. The masterpiece stands for a mixture of all needed stuffs in an entertainment, & it has all of it. it has a little comedy, sadness, action & thrill so it clarify its path to become an master piece in my opinion. i'd recommend this movie to the mature anime watcher who knows very well about the styles & trends of the animation industry & who enjoy complicated, brain storming story stuffs mostly. This is not an movie that you wanna watch to fresh your mind after a busy day at office or college but, its a great choice for weekends & holidays. watch it calmly open your brain to observe what's goin on & all of it will combinedly give you serious chills at the end.

I'm mostly no fan of drama's but somehow was intrigued by the plot. The story really gets you emotionally invested in the characters, but only if you really follow them. If you're not interested in the characters, the story is kinda lame. I really had some issues with the "time jumps". It kinda felt harsh and there'e not a lot of explanations about how coïncident some encounters were. Maquia is likeable as a kid, but somehow gets cringey as an adult. (probably because she still talks like a kid) Overall, I liked the artwork and the moral of the story (kinda cliche tho, but still entertaining)

Maquia does what it does well. It hits all the emotional points that it needs to It looks good, sounds good And it tells the story that it wanted to It takes you on a journey through Maquia's life, and while the story is not perfect as there are threads left hanging and often questions that are left unanswered, none of that detracts from the themes of the anime, which is where the focus of the story is. Maquia is about the tapestry of life, the people you meet, the good times, the bad times, and the point when you must part from those you love.

My review is rather one-sided as far as I see but I’ll try not to. For a story that takes place in a fantasy world, the realism of mother and child was done perfectly. There are instances that you can’t understand what's going on because of the time skips; this time skips are gaps which your life will fill into it. You will either relate, hate or be envious of the maternal love shown as you watch this masterpiece. At first, I was expecting a child who truly loves their mother even when they grow up because of the fiction plot, but as the movie progresses it will show the harsh reality of what a son/daughter becomes as they age; forgetting the heartwarming promises they have made to their parents and lost sight to the path they wanted to take on the past, only to realize their mistake in end. Story: 10/10 The setting of the story is very beautiful, as expected for a fantasy type. All of the elements have been done very well, the only thing off is the climax; I can imagine something like “The son will risk his life just to save his mother” for the climax, but that thought was shattered halfway throughout the movie and was offered with a more realistic approach instead. Art: 10/10 In the first few minutes I was already amazed, the art is gorgeous, scenery is fantastic and well drawn. There are times where you will see CGI but it’s bearable. Sound: 10/10 The music is magical and fitting to the theme, it enhances the way you feel throughout the movie, it could be heartwarming or even heart-wrenching depending on the way you want to hear it. Character: 9/10 The characters here are realistic, they are genuine and have what us real humans possess. I am rather disappointed by Ariel but that’s what also makes him a real person. Enjoyment: 10/10 For a son that loved his mother when he was a kid, I cried many times watching this. I regret and realize that the past me was very pure and innocent compared to myself now (I’m currently 16 of age). Just like what I said in my first paragraph, you’ll like this movie more if you relate to it, otherwise this will just be an average drama movie for you have not or yet experienced the life within; to understand the true intention why this movie was created. I enjoyed it a lot and will recommend this for those who have similar experiences to me; I will watch this again with my mother on her birthday. Overall 10/10 The theme is about maternal love and focuses on this throughout the very end, there are also sub themes which are loneliness and the pain of separation. It was indeed a rollercoaster of emotions. The 2 hours I spent on this was worth it. I apologize for my one-sided and personal review. Thank you for reading.