Rainbow Fireflies
Synopsis
Yuuta was 12-year-old boy, who had lost his father in the traffic accident one year ago. In the summer vacation, he visited a deserted dam deep in the mountains, where he had a good time with his father before. Suddenly a thunder storm occurred and he slipped on the ground. He lost consciousness and woke up to find a girl and an unfamiliar village. He time-traveled 30 years and reached a village, which sank at the bottom of the dam. This is Yuuta's precious memory of "another" summer vacation.
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, with viewers appreciating the story's initial sweetness and nostalgic elements, but criticizing the confusing plot, inconsistent art style, and unsatisfactory ending. While some find the characters likable and the atmosphere magical, others feel the latter half of the movie is disjointed and poorly explained. The ending, in particular, is a point of contention, with some finding it uncalled for and confusing.
Strengths
- Beautiful story and nostalgic atmosphere
- Likable characters that grow on the viewer
Weaknesses
- Confusing plot and uncalled-for ending
- Inconsistent art style with excessive computer animation
- Poorly explained time skip