A Silent Voice

A Silent Voice (Koe no Katachi) is a 2016 Japanese animated drama film directed by Naoko Yamada and produced by Kyoto Animation. The film is based on the manga of the same name by Yoshitoki Ōima and features a screenplay by Reiko Yoshida, character designs by Futoshi Nishiya, and music by Kensuke Ushio. It premiered in Tokyo on August 24, 2016, and was released in Japan on September 17, 2016. The film has received critical acclaim for its direction, animation, and the psychological depth of its characters.