Underscores of innocence and melancholy intertwined perfectly with distinctive stylized visuals helped create a sense of identity for Kimi ga Nozomu Eien. I’m not sure if it was the promptness of the story beats or effective character writing, but I quickly grew invested in everything the show offered. Or maybe it was because of the love I felt... Continue reading →
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