Second-year high school student Yaguchi Yatora is a delinquent with excellent grades but is unmotivated to find his true calling in life. He spends his days working hard to maintain his academic standing while hanging out with his equally unambitious friends. However, beneath his carefree demeanor, Yatora does not enjoy either activity and wishes he could find something more fulfilling. While mulling over his predicament, Yatora finds himself staring at the vibrant landscape of Shibuya. Unable to express how he feels about the unusually breathtaking sight, he picks up a paintbrush, hoping his thoughts will be conveyed on canvas. After receiving praise for his work, the joy he feels sends him on a journey to enter the extremely competitive Tokyo University of the Arts—a school that only accepts one in every two hundred applicants. Facing talented peers, a lack of understanding of the fine arts, and struggles to obtain his parents’ approval, Yatora is confronted by much adversity. In the hopes of securing one of the five prestigious spots in his program of choice, Yatora must show that his inexperience does not define him. (Source: MyAnimeList) ~~ Adapted from the manga series "Blue Period" (ブルーピリオド) by Yamaguchi Tsubasa (山口つばさ). Edit Translation
- English
- Español
- Português (Brasil)
- 한국어
- Native Title: ブルーピリオド
- Also Known As: Buruu Piriodo
- Director: Hagiwara Kentaro
- Screenwriter: Yoshida Reiko
- Genres: Life, Youth, Drama
Cast & Credits
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![Maeda Gordon in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)]( "Maeda Gordon in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)")
Maeda GordonYaguchi Yatora / "Yakkun"Main Role -
![Takahashi Fumiya in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)]( "Takahashi Fumiya in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)")
Takahashi FumiyaAyukawa Ryuji / "Yuka"Support Role -
![Itagaki Rihito in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)]( "Itagaki Rihito in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)")
Itagaki RihitoTakahashi Yotasuke / "Sekai"Support Role -
![Sakurada Hiyori in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)]( "Sakurada Hiyori in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)")
Sakurada HiyoriMori MaruSupport Role -
![Yakushimaru Hiroko in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)]( "Yakushimaru Hiroko in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)")
Yakushimaru HirokoSaeki MasakoSupport Role -
![Eguchi Noriko in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)]( "Eguchi Noriko in Blue Period Japanese Movie (2024)")
Eguchi NorikoOba MayuSupport Role
Reviews
Watch Blue Period for Inspiration, but Don’t Expect Perfection
Blue Period tells the story of Yatora, a high school student excelling academically but feeling unfulfilled in life. When he unexpectedly discovers a passion for painting, he embarks on a journey to pursue art despite the challenges ahead.First off: as someone unfamiliar with the original Blue Period manga or anime, the story was entirely new to me, so I may view it differently than fans of the source material.
The Good: The soundtrack is fantastic and fits perfectly with the film's emotional tone. There were some creative choices I found intriguing, especially the use of CGI to visualize the main character's imagination—it added an extra layer of immersion. The storyline includes some inspiring, motivational moments that stick with you and the artwork featured throughout the film is absolutely beautiful.
The Not So Good: At times, the story felt a bit predictable, following a familiar path. It’s also clear that this is an adaptation, and unfortunately, some characters don’t get enough screentime for their motivations to come through clearly. As a result, their actions can feel underdeveloped, which makes it harder for the audience to connect with them. In my opinion, the directing and editing were occasionally uneven, leading to some awkward transitions. Lastly, while some actors stood out with strong performances, others didn’t quite hit the mark.
Overall, Blue Period delivers an inspiring coming-of-age story with stunning visuals and a solid message, though some narrative and pacing issues hold it back from fully reaching its potential.
