Okay, Let's Talk Josee, the Tiger and the Fish
Confession time. Everyone seems to *love* Josee, the Tiger and the Fish. And honestly? I thought it was just... okay.
Please don't throw tomatoes at me! I'm just saying what I feel. I watched it, enjoyed parts, but it didn’t blow me away like it did for everyone else.
The Premise is Sweet Enough... Right?
So, we have a student, Tsuneo, who dreams of the sea. He meets Josee, a young woman who uses a wheelchair. It's a cute meet-cute, I'll give it that.
They form a bond, learn from each other, face challenges. All the hallmarks of a good, heartwarming story are there, I admit.
But something just didn't quite *click* for me. Maybe my expectations were too high after hearing all the hype?
Am I the Only One Who Found It a Bit... Predictable?
The whole “opposites attract” trope is, well, a trope. We've seen it a million times. Boy meets girl, they overcome obstacles, and grow as people.
Sure, the circumstances were unique, with Josee being disabled. But the overall arc felt familiar.
I’m not saying predictability is inherently bad! Sometimes you just want something cozy and comfortable. But I was hoping for a little more surprise, a little more *oomph*.
The Animation is Gorgeous, Though. I'll Give Them That.
Let's be real, the animation studio knocked it out of the park. The colors were vibrant, the character designs were lovely.
Especially the underwater scenes! They really brought Tsuneo's love for the ocean to life. Visually stunning, no question about it.
It's like, the artistry was a 10/10, but the story was a 7/10 for me. Does that make sense?
And Don't Even Get Me Started on the Ending...
Okay, spoiler alert, but I'm being vague on purpose. The ending just felt... rushed. Like they needed to wrap things up quickly.
I needed more closure! I wanted to know what happened *after* the credits rolled. Did they live happily ever after? Did Josee finally get her dream tiger?
I understand ambiguity can be powerful. But in this case, it left me feeling a little unsatisfied.
Maybe I’m Just a Grinch
Look, I know Josee, the Tiger and the Fish is a beloved film. And I get why people connect with it. It's got heart, it's got beautiful visuals, and it tackles some important themes.
Maybe I’m just in a cynical mood. Or maybe I've seen too many anime romances.
Or maybe, just maybe, it's okay to not *love* something that everyone else does. Right? I mean, we can't all like the same things, can we?
So, Should You Watch It?
Absolutely! Despite my lukewarm feelings, I still think it’s worth a watch. Form your own opinion! Don't just take my word for it.
Plus, those underwater scenes are worth the price of admission alone. Seriously, they're *gorgeous*!
And who knows, maybe you'll fall in love with Josee and Tsuneo. And then you can tell me I'm completely wrong in the comments. I'm prepared for it!
Ultimately, it's a movie about dreams, connection, and overcoming obstacles. And that's something we can all appreciate.
