Utae! Love Song Furete G Kôdo
Utae! Love Song Furete G Kôdo

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Utae! Love Song Furete G Kôdo

2021
Movie
70 min
Japanese

Hiroshi, an unsuccessful musician, reunites with his first love, Nozomi, at a strip club. Nozomi is also struggling to balance her dreams and reality as a stripper. Then, Hiroshi hears rumors about a certain singer...

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Hitoshi MatsumotoGenres: Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a bizarre alternate reality where humans can't sing, a lonely sanitation worker discovers a mysterious device that allows him to hear and create music. He soon finds himself at the center of a musical revolution, challenging the established order and exploring the very nature of communication and expression.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising its unique premise and Hitoshi Matsumoto's distinctive directorial vision. However, some found the narrative occasionally meandering and the humor somewhat niche.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its original concept and Matsumoto's quirky, surreal style.

  • Appreciated for its thoughtful exploration of music's role in human connection.

  • Some critics noted the pacing could be uneven and the humor might not appeal to everyone.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's imaginative storytelling and the novelty of its premise, finding it to be a thought-provoking and often humorous experience. Some viewers felt the ending could have been more impactful.

Fun Fact

Hitoshi Matsumoto, known for his experimental comedy, wrote, directed, and starred in the film, undertaking a significant creative endeavor.

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