For the first time in 7 years, I cried at a movie. #5 best animated film.

Rating: 10/10 (28 November 2002)

This is probably the most depressing film I've ever seen. Enough to make anyone cry. This is also one of the most chilling films I have ever seen. The message is there and it is relevant.
The story involves a young boy named Seita and his 5-year-old sister Setsuko. They both must survive on their own during the horrific firebombing raids in the final months of WWII.
Many films portray America as the "hero" of WWII. This movie convincingly portrays it as a "villain". I had the chills after watching this because I realized, "America did this to Japan."
Highly recommended even though it is depressing and horrifying. Grade: A+
Rated PG-13 for images of graphic violence, mature thematic elements, and language.