The Colors Within Reviews

6/10 Really enjoyed the interesting dynamic between the three of them and the songs at the end! I do wish it would have dived more into the “seeing peoples colors” part as halfway through I forgot that was even a thing. I also do wish they did spend a bit more time on each characters story and development as there were a few things that kinda flew by. Overall a good film, but one of those you watch and then likely forget about in a month but still very enjoyable!

7/10

Rated: 8.1/10 ⭐️

I expected a simple coming-of-age story, but the stunning animation and emotional maturity totally blew me away.

What Worked:
Yamada’s watercolor palette gives the film a tactile weight capturing adolescence. Through my Faith Methodism lens, the trio using a remote church to heal reminds me that true community is a sanctuary for our true colors. Hirose’s editing and Ushio’s score also give the practice sessions a dynamic flow.

The Cuts:
The middle really dragged for me; slice-of-life montages stall the momentum. Keeping it spoiler-free, the central conflicts feel half-baked since the stakes are just internal misunderstandings. Plus, the family resolutions feel rushed; I wanted room for their complex lives to breathe.

Verdict:
A stunning, gentle story. Perfect for cozy, musical vibes, but skip if you need high-stakes drama.

Favorite Line: “You give off the most beautiful color of all.”

Amazing!

so sweet

A beautiful anime I loved the colors, the music was also superb

10/10 the most inner soothing piece of media i’ve ever watched

A quiet and quirky slice of youth and creative yearning

The theme of “adapting to others” really resonated with me. Totsuko is always trying to be “convenient”, to smile, to be needed. And it was as if I was looking in a mirror. The film very tenderly shows how hard it is not to lose yourself if you are always hiding your “true colors

mehh the eng vas did such an amazing job the art was gorgeous

Really good movie to start the year, heart warmer that I can’t wait to see again