Ocean Waves

PG-13United States rating19931h 12mAnimation, Drama, Romance
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PG-13 US
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This animated drama follows the complicated relationship between two high school students, Taku and Rikako, as they navigate the challenges of growing up. The story follows their interactions over several years, exploring themes of friendship and the difficulties of navigating personal feelings.

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What's in it

Scary
None
Violence
Some
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
Some
Pace
Gentle
The anime style and dramatic narrative allow for lingering shots and a slow unfolding of the story. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.SomeTaku and Rikako have a heated argument in a school corridor that leads to a physical altercation.
  • Approx.SomeA student attempts to assault Rikako, who has to defend herself.

Talk about it after

  1. 1How did the characters' feelings for each other change as they got older?
  2. 2Why do you think it is sometimes hard to tell people how we truly feel?
  3. 3How did the characters show courage when facing difficult situations?

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