Violet Evergarden: The Movie

Violet Evergarden: The Movie

Year: 2020

Runtime: 140 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Taichi Ishidate

Echo Score: 88
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As the world moves on from the war and technological advances bring changes to her life, Violet still hopes to see her lost commanding officer again.

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Timeline & Setting – Violet Evergarden: The Movie (2020)

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Time period

Present day

The story unfolds in the present, while its backstory reaches back more than fifty years to the era when Violet first wrote letters for Yuris's family. The contrast between past and present underscores themes of memory, regret, and the enduring power of words.

Location

Ekarte Island

Ekarte Island is a remote, windswept locale whose coast and forest form the backdrop for Violet's quest. The island hosts a hospital and a close-knit community that becomes the stage for illness, memory, and reconciliation. A storm and a telegraph network isolate travelers, heightening the emotional stakes of Violet's mission.

🏝️ Ekarte Island 🌊 Coastal locale 🏥 Island hospital

Last Updated: October 14, 2025 at 04:01

Main Characters – Violet Evergarden: The Movie (2020)

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Violet Evergarden (voice)

Renowned for writing letters that express what others cannot voice, Violet travels to Ekarte to fulfill a fading legend. She endures emotional turmoil when Gilbert resists meeting her, fearing she would suffer from the encounter. Her resolve to communicate and care remains central, culminating in a decision to resign from CH Postal Company and live with Gilbert.

💫 Protagonist 🧭 Resolve 💌 Letters

Claudia Hodgins (voice)

Violet's ally who orchestrates the mission and keeps hope alive despite setbacks. He traces the handwriting to Gilbert's island origin and helps arrange the journey, grounding the plan with practical care for Violet's safety. His steady presence supports the emotional arc and eventual reconciliation.

🧭 Planner 🤝 Ally 🕊️ Forgiveness

Gilbert Bougainvillea (voice)

A living memory of Violet's past, Gilbert bears a missing right eye and arm and a heavy burden of guilt. He initially avoids Violet, believing his presence would only bring misery. He ultimately chases Violet after she boards a ship, confessing his love and vowing to stay by her side.

❤️ Love 🌀 Guilt 🏃‍♂️ Pursuit

Yuris

A terminally ill boy who asks Violet to write letters for his family, driving the emotional core of the mission. His condition worsens, prompting a final exchange through Violet's words. He catalyzes the bond among Violet, his family, and the island community.

💔 Illness ✍️ Letters 🧒 Child

Lucas

A friend of Yuris who receives the final message by telephone, linking the boy's wishes to the wider world. The letters Violet writes become a lasting testament that guides the community after Yuris's passing.

👦 Friend 📞 Connection 📝 Legacy

Iris Cannary (voice)

Violet's stand-in on the island, delivering messages when needed and helping navigate the island's crisis alongside Benedict Blue. Her role bridges Violet's absence and the community's needs, underscoring the broader network of those who carry Violet's work forward.

🗺️ Messenger 🫶 Support 🫧 Resilience

Benedict Blue (voice)

An ally who brings Iris to the hospital and supports the mission's practical needs. He helps coordinate care and communications, reinforcing the collaboration that sustains the letters' journey.

🧭 Ally 🏥 Care 🤝 Partnership

Dietfried Bougainvillea (voice)

Gilbert's brother who offers support and helps navigate family ties during the island's crisis. His involvement anchors the emotional network that enables forgiveness to take root.

👨‍👦 Family 🧭 Support 💬 Dialogue

Daisy Magnolia (voice)

Anne Magnolia's granddaughter who discovers Violet's legend through the family letters. Her curiosity drives the present-day exploration of Violet's history and the island's memory.

👧 Protagonist's relative 📖 Discovery 🗣️ Letter

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Major Themes – Violet Evergarden: The Movie (2020)

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🕰️ Memory

Memory links Violet, Gilbert, and the island's history, driving their choices and healing. Daisy's discovery of Violet's legend rekindles old memories and motivates present actions. The film treats memory as both a burden and a bridge to forgiveness.

💞 Love

Love motivates Gilbert to confront years of guilt and seek Violet's presence. Violet's care through her letters demonstrates a timeless devotion that transcends distance and time. The reunion promises a future where love informs a new life on the island.

✉️ Letters

Letters are the lifeline that connects distant people, bearing Yuris's last wishes and Violet's unique gift of expression. They pass across generations, enabling communication when words fail in person. The act of writing becomes a catalyst for closure and connection.

⚖️ Guilt & Redemption

Guilt shapes Gilbert's withdrawal and his eventual decision to pursue Violet's forgiveness. The stormy island days juxtapose with moments of confession and reconciliation. The ending reframes past actions as the catalyst for a hopeful future together.

Last Updated: October 14, 2025 at 04:01

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