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Koe no Katachi

Synopsis: In "Koe no Katachi", Shouya Ishida, a teenager marked by guilt, decides to confront his past and seek redemption after tormenting the young deaf girl Shouko Nishimiya during childhood. Years have passed since Shouko left school, and Shouya, tormented by the consequences of his actions and the rejection of his peers, feels the need to reevaluate his own life. Upon reuniting with Shouko, he faces the challenges of repairing the harm he caused and rebuilding a genuine connection, while confronting his own demons and the scars left by his tumultuous childhood. This sensitive work explores themes of regret, acceptance, and the quest for a second chance in a world often indifferent.

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: Koe no Katachi
Anime Name in Japanese: 聲の形
Anime Name in English: A Silent Voice
Other names: The Shape of Voice

Production information

Producers: Shochiku, Pony Canyon, Kodansha, ABC Animation, Quaras
Licensors:
Studios: Kyoto Animation

Anime Information

Type: Movie
Episodes: 1
Date: 17-Sep-16
Genres: Prêmio vencedor, Drama, Subtexto romântico, Shounen
Subjects: Others
Target: Shounen

Anime Reviews

Rating: 8.93
Popularity: 20

Video Trailer/Opening

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Curiosities

Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Koe no Katachi":

"Koe no Katachi" was originally published as a one-shot manga before being expanded into a full series.
The animated film was produced by the acclaimed studio Kyoto Animation, known for other popular works such as "Clannad" and "Violet Evergarden."
The character design of the movie was done by Futoshi Nishiya, who also worked on projects such as "Free!" and "Hyouka".
The theme song of the movie, "Koi wo Shita no wa" was composed by the singer and songwriter aiko.
The director of the film, Naoko Yamada, is one of the most respected directors in the anime industry and also directed series such as "K-On!" and "Tamako Market".

The Shape of Voice — Imagem de: **Koe no Katachi**

Main Characters

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

Nishimiya Shouko: Student with hearing impairment who was bullied in elementary school.
Ishida Shouya: He was one of the aggressors of Shouko, but seeks redemption.
Nishimiya Yuzuru: Shouko's younger sister, protective and dedicated.
Ueno Naoka: Shouya's classmate who also bullied Shouko and has complicated feelings for him.
Nagatsuka Tomohiro: Loyal friend of Shouya who values their friendship.
Ishida Maria: Shouya's younger cousin who admires him.
Pedro
Ishida Miyako: Shouya's mother who deeply cares for him and tries to guide him.
Sahara Miyoko: Former classmate of Shouko who tries to reconnect after the bullying incidents.
Mashiba Satoshi

Summary and events

Shouya Ishida, during his childhood, participates in cruel acts of bullying against Shouko Nishimiya, a new deaf student in his school.
After Shouko's mother informs the school about the bullying, Shouya is held responsible for his actions and will face rejection from his peers.
During the remainder of elementary and middle school, Shouya is sidelined by his classmates while the teachers ignore the situation.
In his third year of high school, Shouya, still haunted by his past mistakes, decides to seek redemption.
Determined to reconcile with Shouko, Shouya tries to find a way to apologize and correct his mistakes.
The reunion between Shouya and Shouko allows him to redefine his connections with friends and reflect on the importance of regret and forgiveness.

What happens in the end?

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At the end of "Koe no Katachi", Shoya and Shoko meet again at a school festival after facing their internal challenges and communication difficulties. Shoya, who was consumed by guilt and isolation due to his past bullying, slowly rebuilds his connections with others and finally finds the courage to forgive himself. Shoko, on the other hand, manages to accept her past and find value in herself. During the festival, Shoya symbolically removes the "x's" that covered the faces of the people around him, indicating his willingness to open up to the world again. The emotional arc culminates in a touching scene where Shoya and Shoko face each other, symbolizing the beginning of a new phase in their lives, marked by acceptance, friendship, and hope.

Meaning of Koe no Katachi

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

聲の形

聲 - som
の - de (possessive particle)
形 - shape

The name of the anime 聲の形 (Koe no Katachi) can be translated as "The Shape of Sound." This reflects not only Shouya Ishida's experience in confronting his past and his actions against Shouko Nishimiya, but also addresses themes of communication, understanding, and how people's lives intertwine through their experiences and feelings. The word "sound" represents Shouko's struggle as a deaf person and Shouya's journey in seeking redemption, recognizing the impact of his actions on the "silence" and the "shapes" that she represents and that permeate the relationship between them.

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EXTERNAL LINKS

See below some external links like official website and MyAnimeList link:

Official Website: https://koenokatachi-movie.com/
MyAnimeList: https://myanimelist.net/anime/28851

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Koe no Katachi has a total of 1 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.

You can watch the anime Koe no Katachi 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 Koe no Katachi 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: 20