Kyle,
This is a beautifully written and researched essay. Thanks for introducing me to this type of film. I did not know anything about anime until this class and TCP4. I am amazed at the detail and ingenuity involved. I definitely agree that it should be placed in the Time Capsule.

In reference to the moral of the story, you mention the different types of love. Do you think that family ties are stronger than the ties of love, in general? 

I enjoyed this work immensely. Thanks!
Jill