Top 7 Anime Movies To Watch This Summer

Anime originates from Japan. Anime over the years has transformed in terms of art and filmmaking. From a fun, fantasy adventure to heartwarming romance to a disturbing psychological thriller, here are some of the must-watch Anime movies.

A silent Voice (2016)

A Silent Voice follows the life of Shoya Ishida, a depressed high school boy. Shoya intends to kill himself, decides otherwise and sets out to make amends to the deaf girl Shoko, whom he bullied in elementary school.

A Silent Voice is a moving story about love, friendship, regret and forgiveness. This movie tackles with sensitive topic like bullying, delicately and manages to make us understand the plight of the characters. Don't miss out watching this beautiful movie on Netflix.

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Flavours of Youth (2018)

Flavours of Youth is a Japanese-Chinese anthology movie with three nostalgic stories from Chinese cities. It is about the stories of people and their memories of youth, family, food, and love.

Flavours of Youth feels like old books and the smell of rain. Watch this movie on a cold day, snuggling under your blanket. From delicious-looking food, to aesthetic shots, this movie has it all. You can watch it on Netflix.

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Spirited Away (2001)

10-year-old Chihiro and her parents enter an abandoned theme park, where her parents are turned into pigs. Chihiro enters the spirit world in search of her parents and navigates through the it, to get her parents back.

This list is incomplete without Spirited Away, a classic. Seemingly a kid's movie, this Miyazaki's brainchild is a stunning tale of many underlying themes and lessons. The Spirit world and it's creatures completely draws you in. It's a fascinating story of resilience and courage. The attention to detail is mesmerising and a trade mark of Studio Ghibli. Watch this Masterpiece on Netflix.

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Your Name (2016)

Taki, a high school boy in Tokyo, and Mitsuha, a high school girl in a rural town Itomori, switch bodies magically. They develop a deep bond. But things go awry when they try to meet in person.

Your Name is critically acclaimed for many reasons, but mostly for the way, it makes you feel. A beautiful tale of love and magic wrapped with artistic creativity.

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Perfect Blue (1997)

Pop Singer Mima leaves her band to pursue acting. Soon, a mysterious figure seems to stalk her and people around her end up dead. Mima slowly descends into madness with things spiralling out of her control.

Perfect Blue is a deeply disturbing film. It makes you uncomfortable, at the same time keeps you on your toes, guessing what's going to happen. A compelling thriller that delves deep into human psyche.

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When Marnie was there (2014)

Anna is sent to the countryside to recuperate. There she meets Marnie, a mysterious blonde girl. Anna and Marnie develop a deep connection. As the story unravels, it is revealed that Marnie has much closer ties to Anna.

This movie will surprise you and will not go in the direction you expect it to. The art is beautiful and the makers did a marvellous job in capturing the Japanese countryside. Catch this beautiful, scenic movie on Netflix.

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Arrietty (2010)

Sho, a 12-year-old arrives at his childhood home where he meets Arrietty, a tiny girl who lives with her family. Arrietty and her family are Borrowers, who borrow food and supplies from humans. Humans are unaware of the Borrowers. Sho meets Arrietty and strikes a friendship with her. Soon, Arrietty and her family's existence is threatened.

Another gem from Studio Ghibli, this a fantastic story of friendship and adventure. Discover the beautiful and secret world of Arrietty on Netflix.

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Ponyo (2008)

Sosuke rescues a goldfish which turns out to be the chirpy daughter of a wizard, who intends to become human. Sosuke names her Ponyo and they develop a deep bond. Ponyo's father, the wizard, however wants his daughter back.

Ponyo is a vibrant, imaginative story full of beauty and brilliance. The innocence of Sosuke and Ponyo, their cute relationship, combined with the spectacular art, Ponyo is a delightful watch.