The best animated film of 2016.

Rating: 10/10 (23 December 2016)

Your Name is another great demonstration of Japan's great power in the field of animation. This movie is a great and deep emotional fantasy film that explores traits in Japanese culture few other animes have toyed with. The making of a certain form of sake is turned into an important 'beat' for the movie in a rather clever way and it's all to do with the lives of two teenagers: Itomori-resident girl named Mitsuha, and Tokyo-living boy called Taki.
This story encompasses the themes of time, intertwining lives and the implications of one's wishes to live a different life. For such a small-scaled fantasy adventure it sure covers some massive themes relating to the lives teenagers lead in this world. Is it alright to take anything for granted, or take advantage of one's life?
Makoto Shinkai does a good job answering these questions and building one of the most memorable love stories for our time. Your Name is a triumph in Japanese animation; and a surefire hit for children in the future.