Love Like the Falling Petals

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Love Like the Falling Petals

2022

2h 8m

Romance

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Haruto, an aspiring photographer, falls head over heels for his hair stylist Misaki. When he finally finds the courage to ask Misaki out, it seems to be happily ever after for the young couple... until Misaki develops a rare disease under which she rapidly ages before their eyes.

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Jennifer Green

Common Sense Media

While this romantic tragedy involving two young creative professionals has some original ideas and an attractive setting, the genre has been done before in much more authentic and engaging ways.

Rated: 2/5

Apr 7, 2022

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Kate Sánchez

But Why Tho? A Geek Community

While there are some clear emotional moments in Love Like the Falling Petals, the dull nature of its commentary and the stunting of Misaki make it hard to view as a successful love story.

Rated: 5/10

Mar 30, 2022

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John Serba

Decider

Love Like the Falling Petals is buoyant, and then it’s blehh. Even the accidental comedy can’t make up for the bad taste it leaves in your mouth.

Mar 29, 2022

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Romey Norton

Ready Steady Cut

I didnt feel inspired or hopeful, but rather bored and alone. This film doesnt celebrate love and life but really pushes against it.

Rated: 1/5

Mar 24, 2022

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James Marsh

South China Morning Post

Muddled and frustrating almost from the outset, Yoshihiro Fukagawas achingly sentimental weepie Love Like the Falling Petals struggles to tell its story with coherent clarity.

Rated: 2/5

Mar 21, 2022

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Braydan L

These two people found such a strong connection in each other. Some people may think that they didn't know each other long enough however from what I understand, relationships in Japan progress a lot quicker than they do in the US and many other countries. A lot of Japanese relationships are focused on getting married (especially with the women). Even at that, I've known people that got married after around a month of being together, and have stayed together for decades now. It is possible! Had to destroy that aspect of the "professional critics" reviews on it. The scenery is very beautiful. Amazing shots, beautiful music, great characters, and amazing acting. Such a beautiful movie. I recommend to all who truly love cinema and story. God bless you all!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/17/23

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Audience Member

A good movie with a tear-jerking ending. It's like the Curious case of Benjamin Button but reverse. Pretty good.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/26/23

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Yoshihiro Fukagawa

Director

Kento Nakajima

Harutoo Asakura

Honoka Matsumoto

Misaki Ariake

Kento Nagayama

Takashi Ariake

Yuki Sakurai

Ayano Yoshino

Shuntaro Yanagi

Kenzo Takanashi

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Synopsis

Haruto, an aspiring photographer, falls head over heels for his hair stylist Misaki. When he finally finds the courage to ask Misaki out, it seems to be happily ever after for the young couple... until Misaki develops a rare disease under which she rapidly ages before their eyes.

Director: Yoshihiro Fukagawa
Producer: Kei Haruna, Takahiro Kawada
Screenwriter: Tomoko Yoshida
Production Co: Toho Studios
Genre: Romance
Original Language: Japanese
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 24, 2022
Runtime: 2h 8m

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