AlphaGirl Reviews

This is such a feel-good movie. It follows a theme similar to the American film '17 Again'. Kaizaki Arata is unhappy in his life and gets a chance to relive one year as a teenager. And in this one year, he learns to look at life differently which gives him a new perspective and a refreshed approach to his actual life. Watch 'ReLife' for: - Taishi Nakagawa. I can't believe how much he has improved over the years since his debut. He is really good in this film. - for a motivational film. The movie may seem slow at the start but hang on as it only gets better. - the twist you may or may not be expecting. There is a twist in the tale which makes the film so much more interesting. This movie left me feeling so good I would recommend it to those who feel like their life is stuck in a rut.

ReLIFE

7 likes

This heart-warming love story between two unlikely individuals will make you believe in love. Watch it only if you do not mind tragic love stories. Mei Nagano does a great job at portraying the sick yet lively Mamizu who wishes to make the best of the little time that she has in her hands. Takumi Kitamura plays the part of calm and caring Takuya Okada perfectly. Together they look simply perfect for a movie that is entirely focused on developing the innocent love of two teens.

You Shine in the Moonlight

The four stars you see are only for our leads, Elle Fanning and Justice Smith. These two are so damn good! I loved their performance. I usually stick to reviewing Korean or Japanese movies but the leading cast is so good that it compelled me to write about it. I appreciate the fact that mental conditions are addressed in this movie. It is especially so because we have teens struggling with conditions they cannot fully understand. But what I didn't like about this story and the reason why I will never recommend it to anyone, is the conclusion. Movies do have an influence on the viewers and you cannot show an ending as grim as this one. Watch this movie only for Fanning and Smith's impeccable performance. There are several instances where Smith has to portray his inner struggle wherein he feels sad from within but has to cover it up with a smile on his face. And boy he aces it! Amazing performance!

All the Bright Places

1 like

Our 30 Minute Sessions

I can't tell you how much I loved this film. I loved it too much to describe in words but I'll still try my best here. It is about a girl Mitsuki who finds it difficult to make friends in her new school and unintentionally ends up befriending the most popular group of guys in the school. As she gets to know these boys better she learns that even though they enjoy the popularity they are not arrogant and consider her to be one of them. She slowly starts to fall for Towa who also likes her but then re-enters her childhood bestie Aya who is also in love with Mitsuki. I think what I liked most about this movie is the simplicity in Towa and Mitsuki's love story. Even with a third angle there are no OTT fights and challenges to win the girl over. Instead, there are sweet rushes of excitement that you feel when your crush replies to you. The throbbing of heart when you are close to your crush. The stealing glances, the looking out for each other, and just about everything you experience in first love. It is such a sweet film I loved every bit of it. Watch it if you like high-school romances. <3

Waiting for Spring

4 likes

Miseinen dakedo kodomo janai

1 like

With such pleasing main-leads and a sweet connection to nature, this movie is worth a watch. Yes, the plot is preposterous. A young girl living in with a complete stranger just because he happens to cook well is beyond my comprehension but if you manage to focus on just how their story develops thereafter then you might enjoy the film. Enjoy the warm fuzzy feeling it leaves you with through the love story.

Evergreen Love

3 likes

The Liar and His Lover

6 likes

Sawako Kuronuma is a high school student who is a loner at school. When Shota Kazehaya one day bumps into her he cannot help noticing her and falls for her instantly and decides to help her out of her shell. It is a simple and sweet story without many complications. If you are a fan of Haruma Miura you will love this film. And if you are not then you will become a fan of his after watching this film. Watch Kimi ni Todoke for: - Haruma Miura's irresistible charm - sweet chemistry between the lead couple - a simple but endearing love story

Kimi ni Todoke

8 likes

A beautiful story capturing the struggle of two lovers who yearn to be with each other but circumstances won't let that happen. Toma Ikuta and Yui Aragaki make such a sweet and adorable couple it pains to see them separated in the movie. I loved everything about it right from the story to the cast and the music. This movie is a treat for the hopeless romantic. <3 Watch 'Hanamizuki' for: - some serious love - Toma and Yui's splendid chemistry - some old school love story

Hanamizuki

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