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Dareka no Manazashi

Dareka no Manazashi

Synopsis: In a near-future Japan, Aya Okamura's life is marked by loneliness and the routine of work, while her mother is abroad and her father lives in isolation at home with the cat Mii-san. Amid a tiring daily life, Aya decides not to accept her father's invitation for dinner, preferring to claim that she is still busy. However, the unexpected call she receives that same night brings impactful revelations that could change the family dynamic and rekindle the bonds between them, challenging Aya to rethink her priorities and emotional connections.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

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Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Dareka no Manazashi
  • Anime Name in Japanese: だれかのまなざし
  • Anime Name in English: Someone's Gaze
  • Other names: Indisponível

Production information

  • Producers: The Answer Studio
  • Licensors:
  • Studios: CoMix Wave Films

Anime Information

  • Type: Movie
  • Episodes: 1
  • Date: 10-Feb-13
  • Genres: Slice of Life
  • Subjects: Others
  • Target: Seinen

Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 7.32
  • Popularity: 2511

Video Trailer/Opening

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Curiosities

Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Dareka no Manazashi": 

  • "Dareka no Manazashi" is a short animated film directed by Makoto Shinkai, known for his emotional works and stunning visuals.
  • The short was released in 2013 and was usually shown before the movie "Garden of Words" at film events.
  • The story focuses on the relationship between a young woman, Aya Okamura, and her father, after she has lived alone for a while.
  • The animation presents a recurring theme in Shinkai's works, which is communication and the emotional complexities in relationships.
  • The film utilizes stunning visuals and a short narrative to convey powerful emotional messages about family and closeness.
Dareka no Manazashi
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Main Characters

Below is the main characters of: "Dareka no Manazashi"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

  • Okamura Aya: Young woman at the beginning of her independent life
  • Okamura Kouji:
  • Mii-san: Family pet cat
  • Okamura Minako:

Summary and events

  • Aya Okamura lives alone in an apartment in the near-future Japan.
  • Aya's mother has been working abroad since her childhood.
  • The aged father of Aya, Kouji, and the cat Mii-san are the only ones left in the family house.
  • Aya, after a tiring day, declines her father's invitation to dinner, lying that she is still at work.
  • That same night, Aya receives a call with unexpected news.
  • These news can bring the separated family closer together again.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime Dareka no ManazashiWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

Dareka no Manazashi is an animated short film directed by Makoto Shinkai that does not have a typical concrete ending found in longer series, as it is an independent work that is self-sufficient in its short narrative. The story addresses the relationship of a young woman named Aya Okamura with her father and the memories of her childhood shared with her cat Mii, exploring themes of growth, distancing, and the importance of family connections. The main theme revolves around reconciliation and rediscovery of affective ties, as Aya realizes the value of these relationships in her adult life. The work ends in a contemplative manner, without major plot twists or grand endings, but with an emotional and reflective message about the importance of human connections.

Meaning of Dareka no Manazashi

Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

だれかのまなざし
  • だれか - somebody
  • の - in
  • まなざし - to look
The title of the anime "だれかのまなざし" can be translated as "The gaze of someone". This name reflects the perspective and emotions surrounding the protagonist, Aya Okamura, who lives a solitary life distant from her family. The gaze mentioned can represent both another person's observation of Aya's life and the desire for connection and understanding that she feels, especially at a critical moment when she receives news that could reunify her family. This idea of unfulfilled relationships and the search for emotional meaning is present in the narrative of the anime.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Dareka no Manazashi has a total of 1 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
You can watch the anime Dareka no Manazashi on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Dareka no Manazashi usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 2511