Review on Japanese movie: Cloud (2024)
Hey guys, welcome back to my blog! It feels really nice to be here again, and this time I’m sharing something a bit different a Japanese movie called Cloud. It’s not your typical action-packed film, but wow… it really hit deep. It’s one of those quiet, emotional stories that slowly pulls you in and stays with you long after it ends.
The movie follows Haruki, a young illustrator who’s grieving the loss of his wife. He moves to a peaceful countryside town to escape everything, but he ends up just feeling even more alone until he meets Aoi, a local girl who’s been through her own kind of pain. At first, they don’t really connect. But slowly, like the changing sky, something soft and beautiful grows between them. The whole film feels calm and thoughtful, like it’s giving you space to breathe and feel things without forcing anything.
One of the best things about Cloud is how it looks and feels. The visuals are stunning the sky, the trees, even the silence tells a story. There’s a scene where Haruki and Aoi just sit on a hill watching the clouds, not even talking… and somehow that quiet moment says more than a whole page of dialogue ever could. The cloud becomes a symbol throughout the film reminding us that nothing stays the same forever, and even pain eventually passes.
The acting was top-notch too. Haruki, played by Shun Oguri, barely says much, but you can feel all his pain in his eyes. And Aoi (Suzu Hirose) brings this gentle strength to her role she’s been hurt too, but she keeps going. Their connection isn’t really romantic in the usual way, but it’s deep, real, and honest. I also really loved the soundtrack soft piano and natural sounds that just match the mood so well without being overdramatic.
Honestly, Cloud isn’t for everyone. It’s slow, emotional, and very introspective. But if you love films that make you feel something that make you pause and reflect on life then you’ll appreciate this one. It’s not just a story about grief; it’s about healing, moving on, and finding comfort in small, quiet moments.
Thanks for reading! If you ever feel a little lost, maybe take a minute, look at the sky, and remember that even the heaviest clouds eventually drift away. ☁️💙