A Few Moments of Cheers (2024)

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The sky is filled with stars.

But we cannot see them.

They're blocked by bright lights,

the hustle-bustle,

and noise of the city.

We're certain that they exist,

but they're not visible.

Only darkness looms

as if nothing is there.

But the stars are there.

Without any doubt.

Thats why I am...

That's why I'm...

searching for the stars again today.

Ouch. Sorry, I was...

Oh, its you, Tono.

So hows it going?

Leave me alone.

Kanata Asaya

An all-nighter again?

Its not going

as smoothly as I expected.

Daisuke Tonosaki

You said it was an easy task.

It was supposed to be, but you know...

No, I dont know.

You know, things.

You wouldnt get it.

Dont be too specific.

Thats not funny.

Hey, Kanata.

Moemi Nakagawa

Is it going well?

What?

Our music

video, of course. What else?

Any progress?

You bet. I'm almost done.

Really? Come on, let me see.

We're all waiting.

I cant show it to you right now.

Too bad. When will it be done?

Any time soon now, I think.

When is that exactly?

He doesnt want to show you

while hes still working on it.

Youre a creator too,

so I'm sure you understand.

We need to promote ourselves

for the school festival.

So we need it at least

one month in advance.

Um, wait!

I promise itll be good.

Something that'll impress everyone.

I know.

Why raise their expectations yourself?

I know but...

Its really important to me.

Important, huh?

A music video is there

to support the song.

To emphasize the songs appeal

and expand its world.

It can even give new perspectives.

Or make people feel

more connected to the song.

I do find myself liking a song

after watching the music video.

Exactly.

Thats why it needs to be perfect.

I want to support the song and

the people who worked hard on it.

Then I wont stop you, but...

Nakagawa has a short temper.

What, really?

Her ex-boyfriend came onto the stage

while she was performing.

She yelled...

Get out of my sight!

Thats probably because

her ex is a b*stard.

If you dont meet the deadline,

shell think youre

a b*stard too.

Kousei High School, Music Club

First music video to be released soon!

Take your seats everyone.

Were starting our class.

Lets see... what was it?

About the library committee...

Wait, where did I put it?

There were papers to hand out.

I wanted to create.

And to move someone

emotionally with my creation.

But I was struggling and thats

when I came across music videos.

Ishikawa Pref. Governor Award

Daisuke Tonosaki.

But I was struggling and thats

when I came across music videos.

I felt like they added greater depth

to songs that I liked.

The lyrics took shapes of their own

and expanded infinitely.

I made my first music video

when I started high school.

I edited landscapes and visuals

to songs that I liked.

I kind of like it.

Its nice!

It gave me immense joy.

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I got absorbed in it.

Music videos suited me as a creator.

Dont ruin the song.

Sometimes I'd hit a wall and

feel dejected, but I've never stopped.

This isnt quite it.

Somethings missing.

I go out in search of motifs.

Encounters, farewells,

sadness, and happiness.

We tend to feel

everything we see emotionally.

In the midst of it I...

The stronger I wish

the more it drifts away

...happiness cannot stand out...

If only I could tell that to myself

the day before yesterday

Yesterday is catching up,

breathing heavily

I keep updating myself

No option to stay as I am

I don't need it

If you want to change,

bid farewell to today

Look up to the clear skies above you

Its not so bad

Doesn't matter what you dream of

As long as the goal is clear to you

You have the freedom

These words are not lies

Never stop, keep marching on

Excuse me...

No, wait.

I'm not trying to pick you up.

That song...

What? Wait.

You dropped your phone.

Youre kidding, right?

Please wait!

Your phone! You dropped...

I'm sorry.

I swear, she was amazing!

Here watch this.

I can hardly hear her sing.

Name?

Kanata Asaya.

Yeah, thanks for playing dumb.

Not yours, stupid. The singer.

Oh, right. Her name is...

You didnt check?

Street performers usually have

their name and CDs in front of them.

She didnt have any. Look.

Then, why was she singing?

Not sure.

But her singing was unbelievable.

Please take your seats.

I'll be teaching

English from today.

I'm Orie...

Yu Orie

Yu.

Art room No. 2

A music video, of course.

I knew youd say that.

This has got to be destiny.

Youre in the way.

The voice that I fell in love with

appeared in front of me the next day!

Of all the high schools in this world,

she came to teach at my school!

Are you sure its her? Did you ask?

I'm sure of it.

Yu Orie, was it?

I searched but couldnt find her.

Yu Orie

She said she graduated

from a teachers college, so...

Yu Orie teachers college

Wait, isnt this her?

Shes been singing all along.

Youre too close.

Search for her on your own.

"Were giving our last performance

before graduation in Classroom C."

"Featuring Come Come, Yu Orie..."

So she was a solo singer back then.

What will you say?

To her? What else?

"I was moved by your song.

Let me make a music video for you."

And then?

You think shell reply back,

"Sure, okay"?

Why would she say no?

Theres no reason to.

But she doesnt even know

who you are.

Theres no way shed

trust you with her song.

I'd refuse if you said you wanted

to make a video for my painting.

Why?

Because you dont understand

my feelings.

But she might say yes.

Want to bet?

- Ms. Orie?

- Yes.

She was just here...

I see...

I was right. This is the place.

Found her.

Um, excuse me.

Excuse me?

Excuse me!

Sorry I scared you.

You're...

Theres something I want to ask you.

Dont come any closer.

No, dont get me wrong...

I called your name,

but you were listening to music so...

Thats...

I want to make a video of your song.

A video?

Yes, a music video

to show to the world.

From last night.

The moment I heard your song,

it captured my heart.

It's like...

I cant put it into words, but...

this is the kind of song

I want to create visuals for.

I'm sure I can make something great.

I dont know how to express this...

What I'm trying to say is...

Have you ever made music videos

for your songs?

I want to!

Let me make one for you!

Yes?

Is your brain working?

Huh?

Thats it?

Kanata

She just said, 'Is your

brain working?' and left me there.

What did she mean?

What else?

She must have thought you were mad.

Maybe she was worried.

How optimistic can you be?

Kanata, bring your dishes

if youre done eating.

I was about to.

Tono

See, you cant

just go up and ask her.

Then what am I supposed to do?

How should I know?

But you want to make a video,

because her song moved you, right?

Then its only right

to make her feel the same way.

That its got to be you.

I couldnt say anything back.

Tono was absolutely right.

Shut up, damn it.

Kanata?

New Folder

To show Ms. Orie

Ms. Orie, this is

one of my best works.

Could you please watch it?

No...

This is my best work...

No...

This is my...

best work.

Yu Orie events

Katamachi Festival / Yu Orie

A dose of anesthesia to my regret

is enough to make me numb

Not even noticing that I'm dead

Even though the pain is there

Itd be a lie to say "I'm certain

I'm shaking like crazy

I couldnt tell anyone about it

Kept me weak all this time

My answer to the question is oxidized

and I lose myself

Its far from the ideal result

I imposed on myself

But I'll never compromise

So what if I'm unfair or selfish

What matters is my perspective

Those days when I was

pushing my pedals on a downhill

Don't laugh at my frustrations

Theyre bubbles on the surface

after struggling underwater

It take you across

even the darkest oceans

Even through the screen,

her voice and her song

captured my heart.

Trying to convey her feelings

by putting them into words.

She was struggling to give form to

the story she envisioned in her mind.

Create new project

Back then, that was everything

I believed in.

I wanted to touch peoples hearts

with my words and music.

I hoped to inspire them

like how I was inspired by others.

I aspired to create songs like that.

You should talk to Dad.

Hes worried about you.

I know.

If I dont pass this time, I'll quit.

But if I make it,

let me do as I please.

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Can you lower the price to 5000 yen?

I cant sell it for that price.

Did you stay up all night, again?

Havent slept since Saturday.

Are you serious?

I made progress though.

Look at this.

This is great!

Like the work of a professional.

Right? Asaya made it for me.

You finished it?

Just the intro part.

And this...

What is it?

Still halfway through but...

I'm showing it to Ms. Orie.

Saying this is my best work yet.

Hey, Kanata. About this video...

Kanata?

You okay?

Wait, Kanata!

Kanata?

Excuse me.

Ms. Orie.

That video...

Dont come any closer.

Wait, youve got the wrong idea.

This...

Did you make this?

What? Yes, thats me.

Your friend told me.

Sorry for using your song.

But I wanted to show you

the kind of videos I make.

Show me?

Yes.

Why?

I want to make one for you.

When did you start?

After I got into high school.

I see.

Um, so...

Why do you want to make it?

Your song completely moved me.

When I heard it in the rain,

I couldnt move.

Thats not it.

Not about my song.

Why do you want to make something?

Your reason to create.

My reason?

To move someone emotionally

with something I created.

I want to move people emotionally

with my songs.

Thats what I believe in!

Are you free on Sunday,

the week after next?

Yes.

Come see me perform.

Youve only heard

part of the song, right?

You should hear it in full

before making the video.

Does that mean...

This is it.

Here?

We're going in here?

Youre the one who invited me.

But I dont think

first-timers are welcome here.

Outsiders like us

might get kicked out.

Youre here to listen to her song.

Dont chicken out now. Lets go.

Hold on.

I can walk on my own.

Dont push me.

Look at all the girls.

Youre right.

They must be fans of the headliner.

And she has to sing in front of them.

Like the band on stage now.

Thanks for listening.

Its like getting up in front of people

waiting to see a film starring their idol,

and showing an animated movie

you created.

Can she still win their hearts?

Its a battle for her.

I'm Yu Orie.

Please listen to my song,

"Before Dawn."

With my back to the clear sky

I slowly walk away

Missing every chance

to collect my dreams

I ran away from everything

Even if someone told me "I did well"

I just don't think so

I'm dismayed at myself

Those days when my heart split in two

Reality and dream

divided by one thin wall

Buds, roots, leaves of a flower

I'm the one who stepped on it

How could I be so careless?

I hadn't noticed

You have the freedom

This world is a synonym for lies

Please don't say it so lightly

It hurts me

The stronger I wish

the more it drifts away

Just measuring that distance

the night begins to fall

So forget it

The more I wish to forget

the more it leaves a mark

I've made a decision not to think

Its not so bad

I couldnt take my eyes off of her.

The way she faced the world

with only her songs

was incredibly beautiful.

If I'm going to make a video

for this song,

how should I convey

this strength and this energy?

What should I depict?

Thank you so much.

That was the hundredth song

that I wrote.

If that song went unnoticed,

I was ready to quit music.

I was prepared to take

a different path in life.

The song didnt get any traction,

so I chose a different career

as I'd promised myself.

But I wanted to sing it

one last time.

The night before my first day at work,

I sang it on the streets.

Its hard to believe,

but a person who heard it

said he wanted to make

a music video.

I thought he was joking at first,

but he really meant it.

I'm sure hell create

something wonderful.

When its uploaded someday,

please watch it.

I'll also...

make it a good memory.

Heres another song of mine.

On a day with nothing to do

Just playing with my scab

Repeating it the next day

Staying beside my past

How was it?

She was awesome.

No, I'm supposed to ask you.

Wasnt it incredible?

Just as I said,

shes a superb singer.

It was a good song.

Whats with that attitude?

Oh, its her.

Ms. Orie!

Wait!

I havent told anyone at school,

so keep it a secret.

You too, Tonosaki.

You wont be singing anymore?

Are you really giving up?

I'm looking forward to your video.

Did she mean it all depends

on my music video?

If she likes it, she might start

singing again, right?

What if she does?

That'd be incredible!

I might be able to move someone

with my music video.

My music video could make

Ms. Orie sing again!

But that song...

I'm going home. See ya!

Wait, Kanata!

I found what I'd been

searching for.

A video I wanted to make.

What I'd been aiming for.

A piece of work I could be proud

to call my own.

I felt it was possible.

The reason I'm standing here...

The reason I'm singing again...

is all because of that video.

That music video moved my soul.

Okay...

Lets do this!

I start with the lyrics.

"With my back to the clear sky

I slowly walk away

"Reality and dream

Does it mean she gave up her dream?

The last part doesnt imply that.

Look up to the clear skies above you

Its not so bad"

"Never stop, keep marching on"

So what does that mean?

Song lyrics interpretation

Maybe she gave up once,

but she keeps her faith,

doing what she loves.

What kind of dream

should I portray?

It has to be grand.

Something abstract so that

everyone can relate.

Ideas

I can think of a few

but nothing definite.

Tower... how about a tower?

Aiming for the top of a tall tower.

Okay, lets get started.

I start with the sky.

Blue skies, sunset, night...

Mm, this is not it.

Sunny, like in the lyrics.

Deep blue skies with clouds ftoo.

Something like this?

Next, the tower.

Distorted and tall,

Unstable but its majestic.

Like this?

The shape is what I imagined,

but it doesnt feel tall at all,

The size, maybe?

No, probably not.

Do I need to use aerial perspective?

Let me look it up.

Aerial perspective

I see.

Like this?

Got it.

Next, the protagonist.

Slightly exaggerated...

With a huge backpack and

short hair to balance it out.

A determined expression.

Like this? If might be too simple.

I add a traveler-like cape.

Okay, lets have a look.

Her pose while climbing the tower...

Shes struggling,

but with a little smile.

The camera angle should be...

No, this way.

This is it.

Its going to work. I'm sure of it!

This is what I wanted.

This video is a new beginning.

Its that important.

A day is too short.

But I've got to finish it.

Something I can be proud of

from the bottom of my heart.

Whats the point of coming?

Hey, Kanata. Wake up.

What time is it?

Its lunchtime.

I see.

How was it?

What do you mean?

The music video.

I sent it to you this morning.

Yeah, well... kind of.

Look more enthusiastic.

Wasn't it the best one yet?

I suppose.

Its very "you" in a way.

Is that all?

No, I think it was good.

Filled with all your style.

Right?

Has Ms. Orie seen it?

I sent it to her at the same time.

She should have seen it...

"I watched it,

See you at the park after school.

Ms. Orie!

Did you watch it?

Yeah, I did.

How was it?

I thought it was very "you."

Thank you.

Asaya, did you listen

to the song closely?

What?

You listened to it, right?

Of course I did.

Couldnt create a video if I didnt.

I tried to depict your message

behind all the lyrics.

I see.

What is it?

No...

I appreciate it.

I see that youve tried your best.

But I'm really sorry...

Please dont post this.

But...

I'm really sorry.

Tell me.

What was wrong with it?

I'll fix it for you.

What didnt you like?

Thats not it.

I know you did everything

you could have done.

Its my fault.

I shouldnt have let you.

But I dont get it.

What was the matter?

I'm sorry.

Tshikawa Pref. Governor Award

Daisuke Tonosaki

Kanata Asaya

Tono.

You look like youve just been dumped.

- Wait.

- Let me go.

Something happened, right?

Tell me.

Leave me alone!

You always look down on me

like that!

I've never looked down on you.

You have talent...

Someone like you

wouldnt understand.

Youve won plenty of praise

for your art!

You mean the Governor Award?

Seriously...

Do you actually mean

what you just said?

If I didnt win that...

I wouldve never thought

I was talented.

Tono...

So I can paint by the book.

Big deal.

An important person praised me.

So what?

I have no clue as to

what I want to create.

Tono... I'm...

The music video.

She said no to it, right?

I thought this would happen.

You...

You wouldnt understand...

Do you even know the reason why

she said no?

That song is about

coming to the end of the road.

She tried so hard creating music,

but she couldnt continue anymore

so she wrote it for herself.

Shes leaving for another place,

but all her songs...

it wasnt a waste, it meant something.

Shes telling herself that.

Why do you think

she became a teacher?

Why did she say those things

on stage?

That song...

you dont understand

one bit about it.

What is talent?

Daisuke Tonosaki No. 51

Can I talk to you for a minute?

Tonosaki told me that you

misunderstood my response.

I never said you dont have the talent.

Tonosaki said hes decided

not to go to art college.

Thats why he probably understood

the meaning to my song.

Its not that I dont want you

to make the video.

I dont think its right

for you to make it.

Because youve only

just started creating.

Why wont you sing anymore?

Theyre such beautiful songs.

I've been told...

the same thing.

I thought maybe

I had what it takes.

I had hoped to make a life

out of music.

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soul into making those songs.

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But they havent made anyone cry

or touched anyones heart.

Good work!

Theyve left no marks.

Its so heartbreaking.

And I hated myself

for my lack of talent.

You havent experienced that pain yet.

You believe that the work

you bring into this world

can inspire and encourage

those who watch it.

But is that so bad?

I never said that.

Its just that this song isnt it.

Thats all.

Its not a song you should work on.

Then why did you ask me

to make the video?

I'm not sure either.

I was irritated.

This sentence contains

a relative pronoun.

Since "who" is here,

this word is...

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It felt like Ms. Orie and Tono

were walking way ahead of me.

They were looking at me,

with a cold stare, dumbfounded

by how ignorant I am.

Treating me like a kid.

How musicians create

captivating sounds

Some people are successful

and some arent.

Skills,

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talent ..

effort,

and time.

If I cant be somebody,

if I'm going to give up someday,

maybe this time spent is a waste.

To get rid of all those thoughts,

I absorbed myself in

creating music videos.

I've completed it

Kanata!

Oh, I just sent it to you.

The music video?

Oh, I just received it.

Sorry for the delay.

That's right.

If it took any longer,

I wouldve smacked you with my bass guitar.

But anyway, its finally done.

Cant wait to see it.

I'll go get the other members.

Lets watch it together in the clubroom.

What?

They all want to thank you.

See you there!

Hey.

Is something wrong?

No...

Nothing.

You're late!

The class is going to begin soon.

You could have started.

I said "together."

Come, come. Sit here.

This is great!

I love it!

Really amazing.

Did you see that?

Awesome!

You haven't experienced that pain yet

You believe that the work

you bring into this world

can inspire and encourage

those who watch it.

Kanata.

Your music videos

encourage us, you know.

Really?

Sure.

To tell the truth, when I watched

your first version I thought...

it wasnt what I had imagined

for this song.

It wasnt?

I tried to explain,

but you lost consciousness.

Why didnt you tell me about it?

You had plenty of chances.

But its not such a bad thing.

It made me see the song in a way

that had never occurred to me.

Your music video cheers us on.

You try to find

whats appealing about the song,

and really root for it.

I think thats pretty awesome.

The music video was really cool.

Thanks so much!

We better go back.

Wheres Ms. Orie?

She was here a minute ago.

She said she just came

to pick up her stuff.

I suppose she went home then.

Where are you going?

Ms. Orie!

Wait!

I'm not feeling well,

so I'm going home early!

Yeah, right.

Found her.

Just as I thought.

Its so hot.

I must be stupid.

This can wait till later.

Why am I chasing her

all the way...

down here?

I'll never catch up.

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But still...

Nothings for certain.

Ms. Orie...

It's me, Ms. Orie...

Asaya?

Please let me do it.

I want to create a music video

for that song of yours.

I want to listen to all your songs.

All one hundred of them.

And feel the emotions behind them.

And then...

I told you already.

Youre not to blame.

Its my fault...

But I want to make it!

I cant understand why

someone would stop creating.

Because it hasnt even begun for me.

But I was still deeply moved

by your song.

I may not be ready

to fully comprehend

the weight of that song.

But...

But I want to root for you, Ms. Orie!

Youve devoted yourself

to songwriting.

You should be proud of

keeping that passion.

I want to convey how amazing that is.

If its hard for you to feel that,

at least let me help.

By giving form to everything I felt.

I've only listened to three songs.

But...

your work is incredible!

And so, I...

This is how I started out too.

-All right!

-Reaching out to people.

Taking my emotions and ideas

and giving shape to them.

So that my music would comfort people,

and encourage them in the end.

How wonderful it would be

if I could accomplish that.

How dazzling it would be...

New project: Before Dawn

Infusing it with everything I have.

New project: Before Dawn 2

Shouting out to someone.

Cheering them on with all my heart.

Its not an easy thing to do.

There's always something to improve.

But we must continue.

We must keep going.

With my imperfect song.

My imperfect art.

My imperfect words.

My imperfect movements.

Never compromise,

putting all my skills to use.

Never giving up,

putting all my ideas to use.

This will be my last song.

Last song dedicated to me.

Thats why I didnt want this

to be the last song.

I'm hoping this song

overflowing with emotions

will be a song of a new start.

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The sky is filled with stars.

But we cannot see them.

They're blocked by bright lights,

the hustle-bustle,

and noise of the city.

We're certain that they exist,

but they re not visible.

Only darkness looms

as if nothing is there.

But..

the stars are there.

Without any doubt.

I've finished it

To deliver our work to the world.

Yu Orie / Before Dawn

This is a music video for

Yu Ories original song.

Theres no way to know

how people will react.

Our efforts,

our passion, and our emotions...

Not sure about this.

The CGI is unbearable.

may not resonate with them.

The movement is creepy.

Thats what creation is all about.

Even so...

I want to create.

I love it

This is where creation all starts.

Yu Orie / Before Dawn

Original music video

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With my back to the clear sky

I slowly walk away

Missing every chance

to collect my dreams

I ran away from everything

Even if someone told me "I did well"

I just don't think so

I'm dismayed at myself

Those days when my heart split in two

Reality and dream

divided by one thin wall

Buds, roots, leaves of a flower

I'm the one who stepped on it

How could I be so careless?

I hadn't noticed

Before Dawn

You have the freedom

This world is a synonym for lies

Please don't say it so lightly

It hurts me

The stronger I wish

the more it drifts away

Just measuring that distance

the night begins to fall

So forget it

The more I wish to forget

the more it leaves a mark

I've made a decision not to think

Its not so bad

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Got off on Platform Two

and bowed to the leaving train

Guess I didnt have enough

to go to the last stop anyway

As I tried to decide

whether to run or wait

I was yelling at myself

from Platform One

Create new project

On nights I cant stop crying

I laugh shoulder to shoulder

until the sun comes up

Without suffering,

happiness cannot stand out

If only I could tell that to myself

the day before yesterday

The stronger I wish

the more it drifts away

Just measuring that distance

the night begins to fall

So forget it

Yesterday is catching up,

breathing heavily

I keep updating myself

No option to stay as I am

If you want to change,

bid farewell to today

Look up to the clear skies above you

Its not so bad

Doesn't matter what you dream of

As long as the goal is clear to you

You have the freedom

These words are not lies

Never stop, keep marching on

Really?

It seems she resigned last Friday.

Sorry to summon you like this.

I wanted to talk to you.

Thank you.

For saying you wanted to make

a music video for my song.

For not giving up

even though I pushed you away.

Thank you for

chasing me to the ocean.

For completing that music video.

Thank you for...

saying you liked my song.

Lets meet again someday.

Next time as artists.

Yes.