In this beautifully animated film directed by Naoko Yamada, the story follows two high school friends, Mizore and Nozomi, who are part of their school’s concert band. As they prepare to perform a piece inspired by a fairy tale, their friendship is tested, mirroring the story of the characters in the music. The film is noted for its delicate exploration of emotions and relationships, set against a backdrop of stunning animation and a hauntingly beautiful score. While it hasn’t won major awards, it has been praised for its artistic direction and emotional depth. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.