SifrInsight-Movie and animation analysis and reviews

Sifr

A Japanese man in his 30s, originally from northern Japan and now based in Yokohama. I work in the education field by day, and in his spare time, writes articles about his favorite movies and animation.

A mystical night scene of a dark, spired castle shrouded in mist, framed by silhouetted trees. Above the castle, a pair of large wings float in the moonlit sky, with the text "What is 'Maleficent' About?" overlaid.

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Maleficent: Full Synopsis and Analysis - A Tale That Complements and Corrects the "Questionable Points" of Sleeping Beauty

2025-09-16 Sifr

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A stylized illustration of the fairytale castle from "Sleeping Beauty" on a grassy hill, framed by dark, geometric trees against a pink and purple sunset sky. Text across the center reads: "The Charm of 'Sleeping Beauty'".

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An Analysis of Disney's "Sleeping Beauty": Plot Spoilers, Its Enduring Charm, Lovable Nitpicks, and Differences from the Original Tale

2025-09-15 Sifr

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A collage showcasing several key characters from Studio Ghibli's "The Boy and the Heron." Featured characters include the Granduncle, a young Kiriko, Natsuko, and the Heron Man, with the text "The People Who Brought 'The Boy and the Heron' to Life" overlaid in the center.

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The Boy and the Heron: Characters, Voice Actors & Analysis

2025-09-06 Sifr

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Mahito from "The Boy and the Heron" looks to the side with a determined expression against a warm, cloudy sky. The text "The Allure of The Boy and the Heron" is overlaid on the image.

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The Boy and the Heron: Full Synopsis & Analysis (Spoilers Explained)

2025-09-06 Sifr

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The character of the Heron Man from 'The Boy and the Heron' squats in a lush forest with a cunning expression. Superimposed on the image is the question: 'Why is he the 'Heron/Fraud' Man?'

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The Boy and the Heron: The Amusing "Fraud" Legends of Toshio Suzuki, the Model for the Gray Heron - The History of the Masterful Skill that Supported Studio Ghibli -

2025-09-06 Sifr

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A close-up of the Granduncle's face from 'The Boy and the Heron' with the question 'Why "8" and "13"?' overlaid, acting as a headline.

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The Boy and the Heron:What Do the 8 and 13 Malice-filled Stones Mean? -An Analysis of the Meaning Behind the Numbers "8" and "13"-

2025-09-05 Sifr

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A heading with the catchphrase 'Why do they devour?' superimposed on a background showing a wounded pelican with blood and feathers, from the movie 'The Boy and the Heron.'

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The Boy and the Heron: What Do the Numerous Parakeets and Pelicans Mean? - The King as a Symbol for Hayao Miyazaki and 'Us' -

2025-09-04 Sifr

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A grey heron standing on a rock in a serene Japanese garden during autumn, with vibrant red and orange maple leaves in the background, featuring the text "A Glimpse into Hayao Miyazaki's Mind".

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The Boy and the Heron: Analysis and Impressions – The Three Hayao Miyazakis and the Malice-filled Stones

2025-09-04 Sifr

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The Forest Spirit from Princess Mononoke stands in a lush, sunlit grove. Text overlay reads: "The vanished Forest Spirit..."

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Princess Mononoke: The Meaning of "He can't die. He is life itself."

2025-08-31 Sifr

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Ashitaka, riding his elk Yakul, looks towards the large, monstrous demon Nago no Kami in a grassy field. The title 'The 'Unsolvable Problems' Depicted in Princess Mononoke' is overlaid on the image.

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Princess Mononoke: An Analysis of its 'Godzilla' Aspects and Why Ashitaka's Scar Never Faded

2025-08-31 Sifr

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