Neighbor XVIII: The Moon

The Moon

Upright Meaning: illusion, fear, anxiety, sensitivity, subconscious

Reversed Meaning: inner confusion

Description: Setsuko rests in a field while watching fireflies light up the night sky. After their mother dies as a result of an air raid, her brother Seita takes her to an abandoned bomb shelter in the hopes to staying safe. In the midst of World War II, both siblings struggle to come to terms with death and uncertainty. Having only recently turned four years old, Setsuko is still ignorant about the world around her and can do little more than cling to her brother for hope and warmth.

Studio Ghibli Reference: Grave of the Fireflies