_Suzume_ stands out as perhaps Makoto Shinkai’s most exciting and entertaining movie so far, thanks to its captivating narrative, stunning visuals, and remarkable action. The film is a constant journey, moving forward with numerous unexpected developments and without letting up. The animation is wonderfully detailed and immersive; the music, composed by Radwimps and Kazuma Jinnouchi, has a cool, fashionable feel t…

While walking to school one morning, Suzume meets an odd young man who asks for directions to a ruin. After pointing him toward a rundown building and continuing on her way, she starts to wonder about his identity and intentions. She hurries after him and finds a door standing in the middle of a wet patio. When she opens it, she sees another world beyond, but crossing over makes that world hers, while the other remai…