BanG Dream! Movie: Episode of Roselia - II: Song I Am.

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Summary: After overcoming numerous tribulations, the members of Roselia promised to appear on FUTURE WORLD FES.
It is now Autumn...

Through writing the lyrics of "Promise," Lisa has matured.
Watching the change of color in the autumn leaves, Yukina and Sayo expressed their resolve in a picture letter to their future selves.
Driven by the wish to do something for Roselia, Rinko has started to compose a new song.
"The remaining quests are the contest, the tournament, and FUTURE WORLD FES..."
Reflecting on their goals, Ako starts to feel anxious.

What view will the five of them see beyond FUTURE WORLD FES?

(Source: official site)


Description

After overcoming numerous tribulations, the members of Roselia promised to appear on FUTURE WORLD FES.
It is now Autumn...

Through writing the lyrics of "Promise," Lisa has matured.
Watching the change of color in the autumn leaves, Yukina and Sayo expressed their resolve in a picture letter to their future selves.
Driven by the wish to do something for Roselia, Rinko has started to compose a new song.
"The remaining quests are the contest, the tournament, and FUTURE WORLD FES..."
Reflecting on their goals, Ako starts to feel anxious.

What view will the five of them see beyond FUTURE WORLD FES?

(Source: official site)


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BanG Dream! Movie: Episode of Roselia - II: Song I Am. Review

BanG Dream! Movie: Episode of Roselia - II: Song I Am. — After overcoming numerous tribulations, the members of Roselia promised to appear on FUTURE WORLD FES. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.

Thematically, as a Movie work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.

Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.

On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.

The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.

Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.

No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.

In sum, BanG Dream! Movie: Episode of Roselia - II: Song I Am. offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of thoughtful anime, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.


Characters & Voice Actors

Hikawa, Sayo

Hikawa, Sayo

Main

Kudou, Haruka
Kudou, Haruka
Japanese
Imai, Lisa

Imai, Lisa

Main

Nakashima, Yuki
Nakashima, Yuki
Japanese
Minato, Yukina

Minato, Yukina

Main

Aiba, Aina
Aiba, Aina
Japanese
Shirokane, Rinko

Shirokane, Rinko

Main

Shizaki, Kanon
Shizaki, Kanon
Japanese
Udagawa, Ako

Udagawa, Ako

Main

Sakuragawa, Megu
Sakuragawa, Megu
Japanese
Aoba, Moca

Aoba, Moca

Supporting

Misawa, Sachika
Misawa, Sachika
Japanese
Asahi, Rokka

Asahi, Rokka

Supporting

Kohara, Riko
Kohara, Riko
Japanese
Hazawa, Tsugumi

Hazawa, Tsugumi

Supporting

Kanemoto, Hisako
Kanemoto, Hisako
Japanese
Hikawa, Hina

Hikawa, Hina

Supporting

Ozawa, Ari
Ozawa, Ari
Japanese
Kitazawa, Hagumi

Kitazawa, Hagumi

Supporting

Yoshida, Yuuri
Yoshida, Yuuri
Japanese
Mitake, Ran

Mitake, Ran

Supporting

Sakura, Ayane
Sakura, Ayane
Japanese
Toyama, Asuka

Toyama, Asuka

Supporting

Ozaki, Yuka
Ozaki, Yuka
Japanese
Udagawa, Tomoe

Udagawa, Tomoe

Supporting

Hikasa, Youko
Hikasa, Youko
Japanese
Uehara, Himari

Uehara, Himari

Supporting

Katou, Emiri
Katou, Emiri
Japanese
Ushigome, Rimi

Ushigome, Rimi

Supporting

Nishimoto, Rimi
Nishimoto, Rimi
Japanese
Yamato, Maya

Yamato, Maya

Supporting

Nakagami, Ikumi
Nakagami, Ikumi
Japanese

Staff

Heishi, Shuuichi

Heishi, Shuuichi

Producer

Kanari, Takefumi

Kanari, Takefumi

Producer

Kitazawa, Shiryuu

Kitazawa, Shiryuu

Producer

Kakimoto, Koudai

Kakimoto, Koudai

Director, Screenplay

Mimura, Atsushi

Mimura, Atsushi

Director

Takahashi, Naruse

Takahashi, Naruse

Storyboard

Oda, Asuka

Oda, Asuka

Theme Song Lyrics

Roselia

Roselia

Theme Song Performance

Takeda, Yusuke

Takeda, Yusuke

Theme Song Arrangement, Theme Song Composition

Ayana, Yuniko

Ayana, Yuniko

Series Composition

Elements Garden

Elements Garden

Music

Gotou, Midori

Gotou, Midori

Screenplay

Hachimori, Yuuka

Hachimori, Yuuka

Chief Animation Director, Character Design

Inoue, Mari

Inoue, Mari

Director of Photography

Kidani, Takaaki

Kidani, Takaaki

Executive Producer

Narita, Hideyasu

Narita, Hideyasu

Background Art

Umetsu, Tomomi

Umetsu, Tomomi

Editing