Slushie Power9

This movie, in all words, is beautiful. It touches one of the most hidden things in society when it comes to people; mental health and disabilities. When it comes to opening up about specific topics such as suicide, it can be difficult and I think this movie touches on it very well. You can be surrounded by a huge swarm of people everyday, yet always feel lonely. In all honesty it describes the feeling quite well. Then, we move to Nishimiya, a girl who all she wanted was to have friends. Personally, I believe this is to give people an understanding of how difficult it may be for people with a disability to fit into public; we all were taught what’s normal and what’s not, and this movie shows how this typical ‘cliche’ fits into play in real life situation/s. Life will always have its ups and downs and difficulties; this movie shows that. However, when you have a true bunch of people that you, yourself, can see, then your world will be lit up. I believe Sho had a form of social anxiety. The way the artists and directors put this into image is incredible; it definitely describes it quite well. Social anxiety, you feel like people are constantly talking about you and discussing your flaws, past mistakes; it makes it difficult to look at people without feeling so insecure or judged. When the crosses fall off, however, I believe that is showing what it feels like when you truly know someone isn’t talking about you, or intentionally doing things to harm you, make you feel uncomfortable. I feel as if it’s when you are finally comfortable not more so being open with them, but accepting them. The ending... was beautiful. The dark screen with a little light is capturing the quote ‘there’s always light at the end of a tunnel.’ And I think for starters, it is a beautiful thing to include in the movie. It shows that Sho is finally learning that things will get better, and that things are getting better; he is surrounded by people that love him and clearly, care for him. He’s learning to finally not keep to himself but open up and not be so scared of people once again, and I think that’s beautiful. In no way or form can I describe my appreciation for this movie in just words on the internet, but, I will say this. A Silent Voice has taught me to be appreciative of what I have. It’s dug me out of a deep hole I’ve been in for months, now. It is a one of a kind movie that helped me view our world in a different way and I am so grateful. This is what we need to be taught as kids; that life will always be a bumpy road, but if you stick in long enough, things will get better. - Isabelle.