5cm Per Second

Japanese animations are known for their amazing visuals, but one takes it to the next level.

5cm Per Second (directed by Makoto Shinkai) is not only one of the most visually stunning anime movies of all time, but it's also one of the most visually stunning movies all together. I'll be brief with the story and say it's based around the relationship of a young boy and girl and how time and distance slowly pull them apart. Just check IMDB if you want a detailed synopsis :P

Here are a few screenshots that should help illustrate my point as well as show a bit of the story.

This isn't the type of media I would particularly want to do, but it is one of those few things that truly immerses me and gets me thinking about ideas. After watching something so powerful, I just have to figure out a way to pull these thoughts and feelings out from my mind and into a reality, kind of. So if anything, it helps inspire me.

The song at the end is worth a listen too. Even though the Youtube quality doesn't do it justice.