“In the end, the train stood 2 hours motionless in the middle of nowhere. Every minute seemed like an eternity. Time felt crept by slowly, with clear malice towards me. All I could do was grip my teeth and try to hold back my tears... Akari... Please, don't wait for me... If you'd just go home.”
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5 Centimeters per Second
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Makoto Shinkai
Makoto Shinkai is a highly respected Japanese animator and director, known for his visually stunning and emotionally rich films. Born on February 9, 1973, Shinkai has made a significant mark in the anime industry with his distinctive storytelling and artistic style. more
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