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War is horrifying. But what amplifies the horror tenfold is when children are forced to confront human nature that even adults cannot cope with, as they struggle to survive in the midst of war. And this is a subject anime depicts more disturbingly than live-action ever could.
'Grave of the Fireflies' is a period piece set during World War 2, when Japan was being bombed and innocent civilian lives and families were destroyed. An older brother and his dependent younger sister are left with only uncaring relatives as food becomes scarce and starvation becomes a reality. Desperation and despair is the least spolierific way to
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Recommended by AironicallyHuman
Both deal the gruesome truth about war; and the negative effects war has on society; especially children.
War, destruction, emotions, tears... both are masterpieces.
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Recommended by ryuuzaki_pt
Loss and the betrayal of human decency are key themes in both of these productions. Persecution and inhumanity are portrayed in harsh and realistic ways. Both succeed in pulling the viewer into the middle of the conflict, with a keen sense of empathy for the characters. "What would I do if faced with this cruelty? Would my actions really be much different?"
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Recommended by TwistedChick
Two of the most heartbreaking and emotionally engaging anime ever made. They both deal with war and how children are affected by it. In all likelihood both will make you cry.
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