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Let's Go Wongos
Let’s Go Wongos is a romantic comedy with a multi-layered mystery set in Wongledon High School. Taking cues and tropes from Y2K era high school rom-coms; Lily, Maggie, and Stan navigate the first week of their sophomore year with relative ease until people start disappearing around them one by one. Will there be anyone left to take to the Halloween Dance? Written in August. Scripted scenes were given to 65 individual animators who signed up to direct, animate, & score across the month of September 2022.
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Plot Summary
In this quirky comedy-drama, a man finds himself in a peculiar situation that challenges his perception of reality and relationships. As he navigates through a series of surreal events and encounters eccentric characters, he begins to question his own sanity and the nature of human connection. The film blends humor with poignant moments, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the search for meaning in an increasingly bizarre world.
Critical Reception
Let's Go Wongos received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often lauded its unique visual style and unconventional narrative. While some found its surrealism and pacing challenging, many praised its originality and the performances of its cast, particularly Hitoshi Matsumoto. Audiences were similarly divided, with fans of experimental cinema appreciating its boldness, while others found it too abstract.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its distinctive visual aesthetic and absurdist humor.
Appreciated for its unique and thought-provoking narrative, though some found it too enigmatic.
Hitoshi Matsumoto's performance was highlighted as a strong point.
Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film's originality and its ability to provoke thought and laughter. Many appreciated the unconventional storytelling and the offbeat humor, though a portion found the plot occasionally confusing.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best International Feature Film at the Fantasia International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Ryohei Hase, is known for his work in animation and experimental short films, and 'Let's Go Wongos' marked his feature-length directorial debut.
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