Movie review: ‘The Colors Within’ – A story of colors, friendship, and self-acceptance

The Colors Within. Valley News/Courtesy photo
Nonyi UsuaValley News InternIt was a quiet afternoon when I ventured into the nearly empty theater to watch “The Colors Within,” a Japanese animated film directed by Naoka Yamada. Released in Japan last August and finally making its way to U.S. theaters this January, the film stands out amidst the typically lackluster offerings of the so-called "dump month" for cinema. And for audiences in the UK, your wait until Jan. 31 will be worth it.Warning: Before you turn away because “The Colors Within” is foreign, or because it’s animated, hear me when I say that you may be missing a film that could change your outlook on life, at least in the short term. And before you decide to bring your young kids to this PG-rated film, they’ll likely be bored. The film's contemplative
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