Yakusoku (2020)
Promise / 約束
| Genres: Drama, Music | |
| Themes: Music | |
| Studios: CloverWorks | |
| Producers: Aoi Studio, Half H.P Studio | |
| Rating: 7.03 / 10 | |
| Popularity: #12175 | |
| Users Listed: 2,034 | |
| Users Scored: 1,221 | |
| NSFW: No | |
| Last Updated: 01/09/2023 | |
| Aired: October 24, 2020 (Fall) | |
| Type: music | |
| Source: original | |
| Age Rating: PG 13 | |
| Episodes: 1 |
Synopsis:
Set against a backdrop of quiet urban life, this short animation explores themes of connection and unspoken promises. The narrative centers on two individuals navigating a shared moment of anticipation, their relationship subtly hinted at through carefully observed interactions. The visuals prioritize atmosphere, employing gentle animation and a muted color palette to evoke a sense of wistful longing. Dialogue is minimal, relying instead on expressive character animation and evocative imagery to convey emotional weight. The piece offers a contemplative experience, inviting viewers to consider the nuances of human relationships and the significance found in fleeting moments. The voice performances by Nobunaga Shimazaki and Souma Saitou add depth, enhancing the understated emotional core of the story.
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Staff:
- Fukushima, Yuuichi (Producer)
- Yamamoto, Ken (Director, Episode Director, Storyboard, Character Design, Key Animation, Animation Director)
- Eve (Theme Song Lyrics, Theme Song Performance, Theme Song Composition)
- Numa (Theme Song Arrangement)
- Fushihara, Akane (Director of Photography)
- Nakamura, Chieko (Art Director)
- Nakashima, Kazuko (Color Design)
- Yonemori, Yuuki (Key Animation)
- Yoshinari, Kou (Key Animation)
Reviews:
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User CurryxSake (Score: 10/10):
I am a big fan of Eve's music. Aside from his songs, the music videos that compliment them are visually stunning. What's more, they can be emotionally moving. Yakusoku is one of those emotionally moving songs. Even before I figured about what the song meant, I found myself moved by it. The song and video seem to tell a story of friendship and love that transcends language barriers and they are stunning. The animation is fluid and expressive. The direction conveys its theme and mood with so much impact and momentum. The climax of the song in particular was my favorite part of the sequence. Overall,I love everything about Yakusoku. Everyone from Eve to CloverWorks did an amazing job with it.