Why do fireflies have to die so young?

Rating: Null/10 (24 November 2015)

I saw this movie a while back until recently I decided to give company to my friends who were watching it for the first time. When the movie ended, nobody could utter a word. You know you have watched a masterpiece when words cannot do justice to the range of emotions stirred by the movie.
I am a huge war-movie buff. Most war movies leave you hurt but also with a sense of glory and valor. However, grave of fireflies is the true ugly face of war. Not many filmmakers dare to go into the dark corners of war to bring out a beautiful yet heart wrenching story.
What I'd want the viewers to take away from this movie is, if you ever run into a little kid who needs help, please remember this movie! I am sure you won't have to think twice about helping that kid. Who knows, you might be saving a life!
'Arigato' in advance for your compassion!