Even some fans of animated films need to brush up on their anime. Such was the case when Rachel Wagner of Rachel’s Reviews stopped by the show. A self-professed ambassador of Makoto Shinkai’s 2016 film Your Name, Rachel joined us to discuss the film. And the conversation — just like Your Name itself — went some unexpected places along the way.
Your Name blends comedy, fantasy, romance, sci-fi, and drama into one distinctive subversion of the body-swap concept. Listen in as Rachel and I discuss what the movie says about spirituality, connection, and gender identity. We’ll even discuss the in-development live-action remake and the state of animated films in Hollywood. By the end, you’ll know Your Name.