Futari-bun no Shoumei

A five-minute short drama made to motivate exam students, so it's a little hard to review! It feels like a trailer/clip compilation for a hard-hitting movie that would make you cry; but that's unavoidable. Within its constraints, it has done very well to deliver a compelling little short snippet that feels satisfying in its own right. The style and animation are nice, and somewhat unique! I love the use of lighting and colour in particular. Overall, worth a watch as it is a short and sweet little drama. Personally, it worked well as an advert for the studio as it makes me want to watch something full-length from them!

I don't write reviews to complain. I only write them to champion the good stuff. If I'm taking the time to write these words, it's for one reason, to tell you that "Proof of Two" is a beautiful film you should watch. Don't let the 4-minute runtime fool you. "Proof of Two" is a perfect example of how a short film can tell a complete and deeply moving story. It beautifully portrays the connection between two characters, saying more with its stunning visuals and emotion than many films do with hours of dialogue. It's a brief, hopeful, and incredibly graceful piece of animation that will leave you feeling warm and thoughtful. A truly wonderful short film.