Voices of a Distant Star

In this poignant animated film, two young lovers are separated by vast distances as one of them embarks on a space mission to fight an alien threat. The narrative explores the emotional strain of their separation, communicated through text messages that take longer to reach each other as the distance grows. Directed by Makoto Shinkai, the film is celebrated for its stunning visuals and emotional depth. Although it did not receive major awards, it is notable for being a solo project by Shinkai, who handled most of the animation himself. The movie can be viewed on Soap2day for free.