In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika and Giana discuss the masterpiece of cinema that is A Silent Voice, also known as Koe No Katachi. In fact, they had so much to say about it, that this is going to be a two-parter episode! This incredibly moving film even inspired Giana and Chika to come up with a whole new segment: Rocky Road! When the waterworks start, it’s time to break out the rocky road. This first half of the ladies’ coverage of A Silent Voice includes a soft serve summary, some very yummy sprinkles on top, and a delectable serving of floats your boat. Chika gets vulnerable with us this week, and Giana fights both seasonal allergies and the urge to cry at every turn of this magnificent story.

“At the beginning of the film, before Shoya is going to jump to take his life, he snaps out of it because he hears fireworks... The film brings the fireworks back again, except, when we saw it with Shoya, he was snapping out of it. And then, Shoko was sort of snapping into it.” - Chika Supreme

“The path ahead could be dangerous. It could be scary. But... don’t you want to see what’s on the other side of it?” - Giana Luna

Grab your spoons, and let’s dig in!

TRIGGER WARNING: This film deals with heavy topics such as: suicide, bullying, and death of a family member. These are discussed in detail throughout the entirety of this episode of Shoujo Sundae. If you or anyone you know is dealing with suicidal thoughts, please know you are not alone. You can dial 988 for immediate support, or go to 988lifeline.org.

[2:22] Soft Serve Summary

[10:19] Banter

[11:03] Sprinkles on Top

[20:20] Floats Your Boat

About Shoujo Sundae:

Shoujo Sundae is a podcast safe haven for fans that are in love with shoujo anime and manga. Hosted by Giana Luna and Chika Supreme, Shoujo Sundae aims to review and reflect on shoujo properties that deserve more attention than what they currently receive.

Giana Luna is a podcaster by moonlight and a dueling pianist by daylight.

Chika Supreme is a podcaster by moonlight and a social media manager by daylight.

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A breakdown of the Shoujo Sundae segments:

-A Soft Serve Summary (episode recap)

-Sprinkles on Top (symbolism portrayed in the episode)

-Floats Your Boat (positive aspects from the episode)

-Banana Split (moments that are neither good or bad)

-Hot Fudge (hot takes or rants)

-I Scream, You Scream (bad moments)