Given Movie 2: Hiiragi Mix

  • Genres: ["Boys Love","Drama"]
  • Type: Movie
  • Status: Finished Airing
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Summary: Hiiragi Kashima and Shizusumi "Shizu" Yagi's band "syh" is set to debut, but they run into trouble when their support guitarist leaves. Although Hiiragi often clashes with Ritsuka Uenoyama—the smug boyfriend of his childhood friend Mafuyu Satou—Hiiragi convinces him to perform as their temporary member.

Despite their friction, Hiiragi acknowledges Uenoyama's talent and respects his hard work—to the point of asking him to complete an old song that Mafuyu's ex-boyfriend, Yuki Yoshida, left behind. In between writing, recording, and filming a music video, Hiiragi comes to terms with his love for the aloof Shizu and wrestles with how to convey his feelings.

Meanwhile, "given"—composed of Uenoyama, Mafuyu, and their bandmates Haruki Nakayama and Akihiko Kaji—receives an offer to debut as well. The members are ready and beyond excited, save for Mafuyu, who has never before thought about playing music professionally. As Uenoyama attempts to understand Yuki and replicate his unique sound, Mafuyu steps back to ponder over the looming changes in his life, fearing what the uncertain future may bring.

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Hiiragi Kashima and Shizusumi "Shizu" Yagi's band "syh" is set to debut, but they run into trouble when their support guitarist leaves. Although Hiiragi often clashes with Ritsuka Uenoyama—the smug boyfriend of his childhood friend Mafuyu Satou—Hiiragi convinces him to perform as their temporary member.

Despite their friction, Hiiragi acknowledges Uenoyama's talent and respects his hard work—to the point of asking him to complete an old song that Mafuyu's ex-boyfriend, Yuki Yoshida, left behind. In between writing, recording, and filming a music video, Hiiragi comes to terms with his love for the aloof Shizu and wrestles with how to convey his feelings.

Meanwhile, "given"—composed of Uenoyama, Mafuyu, and their bandmates Haruki Nakayama and Akihiko Kaji—receives an offer to debut as well. The members are ready and beyond excited, save for Mafuyu, who has never before thought about playing music professionally. As Uenoyama attempts to understand Yuki and replicate his unique sound, Mafuyu steps back to ponder over the looming changes in his life, fearing what the uncertain future may bring.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]


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Given Movie 2: Hiiragi Mix Review

Given Movie 2: Hiiragi Mix — Hiiragi Kashima and Shizusumi "Shizu" Yagi's band "syh" is set to debut, but they run into trouble when their support guitarist leaves. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.

Thematically, It sits firmly within Boys Love, Drama conventions as a Movie work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.04). 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, Given Movie 2: Hiiragi Mix 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 Boys Love, Drama, 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

Kashima, Hiiragi

Kashima, Hiiragi

Main

Imai, Fumiya
Imai, Fumiya
Japanese
Satou, Mafuyu

Satou, Mafuyu

Main

Yano, Shougo
Yano, Shougo
Japanese
Uenoyama, Ritsuka

Uenoyama, Ritsuka

Main

Uchida, Yuuma
Uchida, Yuuma
Japanese
Yagi, Shizusumi

Yagi, Shizusumi

Main

Ban, Taito
Ban, Taito
Japanese
Kaji, Akihiko

Kaji, Akihiko

Supporting

Eguchi, Takuya
Eguchi, Takuya
Japanese
Nakayama, Haruki

Nakayama, Haruki

Supporting

Nakazawa, Masatomo
Nakazawa, Masatomo
Japanese
Uenoyama, Yayoi

Uenoyama, Yayoi

Supporting

Shimamura, Yuu
Shimamura, Yuu
Japanese
Yoshida, Yuki

Yoshida, Yuki

Supporting

Shin, Yuuki
Shin, Yuuki
Japanese

Staff

Hashimoto, Noriko

Hashimoto, Noriko

Director

Kikuta, Hiromi

Kikuta, Hiromi

Sound Director

Centimillimental

Centimillimental

Theme Song Performance

Ayana, Yuniko

Ayana, Yuniko

Screenplay

Iraha, Risa

Iraha, Risa

Background Art

Itou, Rie

Itou, Rie

Editing

Kaguchi, Hiroaki

Kaguchi, Hiroaki

Color Design

Kizu, Natsuki

Kizu, Natsuki

Original Creator

Liu, Yang

Liu, Yang

Art Director

Michiru

Michiru

Music

Nagata, Haruna

Nagata, Haruna

Animation Director

Nakagawa, Sena

Nakagawa, Sena

Director of Photography

Ninomiya, Nanako

Ninomiya, Nanako

Animation Director

Oosawa, Mina

Oosawa, Mina

Character Design, Animation Director

Qi, Wanting

Qi, Wanting

Background Art

Sekiguchi, Shizuka

Sekiguchi, Shizuka

Art Director

Sue, Nobuhito

Sue, Nobuhito

Background Art

Yamagata, Kouji

Yamagata, Kouji

Animation Director