The Complex Representation of A Sign of Affection

A deeper look at how A Sign of Affection's (Yubisaki to Renren) wholesome romance explores communication, biases, and representation.


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TRANSCRIPT
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RESOURCES
Series Mentioned:
A Sign of Affection (anime & manga)
I Hear the Sunspot (manga)
Ranking of Kings (anime)
The Moon on a Rainy Night (manga)
A Silent Voice (anime & manga)

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MUSIC
Music by Trevor Douglas - Dandelions - https://thmatc.co/?l=209619FD
Music by Pui Mun - The Promise - https://thmatc.co/?l=DFAF0239
Music by Labit - We Should Talk Less - https://thmatc.co/?l=3FC655F9

CHAPTERS:
0:00 Communication
0:33 Preface
1:59 Why ASoA exists?
3:51 Yuki & Itsuomi & Communication
5:38 Oushi & Audism
12:18 Itsuomi & Authenticity
14:23 Yuki & Representation
20:12 Fan Feedback
23:10 Disability in Japan (CW: Violent Crime)
25:33 Similar Series to ASoA
27:15 Final Thoughts

#asignofaffection #yubisakitorenren #shoujoanime

PURPOSE
My name is Phoenix and I dive into the world of visual storytelling in anime and sometimes manga on a weekly basis.

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