Director Naoko Yamada uses visual metaphors brilliantly. Shoya sees giant red "X's" over everyone’s faces because he cannot look people in the eye due to shame. As he begins to trust others, the X's fall away.
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For newcomers stumbling upon the "UPD" search, A Silent Voice is a 2016 Japanese animated drama produced by (KyoAni), directed by Naoko Yamada , and based on the critically acclaimed manga by Yoshitoki Ōima . Director Naoko Yamada uses visual metaphors brilliantly
: The film focuses on Shoya's journey to repent for his past rather than simply escaping it. directed by Naoko Yamada