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I Liked You First… The morning after a junior girl working at a convenience store starts working the night shift with a flirt she discovers a large amount of used condoms in the trash… Mei Uesaka
It was a blissful time to talk nonsense with Mr. Uesaka, a cute younger student in the backyard when there were no customers. Tonight, Mr. Uesaka will suddenly start the night shift due to a shortage of manpower. I said, "It's dangerous late at night, so I'll be there instead," but I was turned down because I was on the morning shift. From now on, Mr. Uesaka will be alone with a flirty man for one night. I hope everything is fine... Leaving Mr. Uesaka looking at me with a worried face, I left my part-time job.
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Plot Summary
This film follows Mei Uesaka, a young convenience store clerk, as she navigates a peculiar night shift. After a flirtatious encounter, she stumbles upon a surprising discovery in the store's trash: a large quantity of used condoms. The film explores the humorous and awkward situations that arise from this discovery, intertwining it with developing romantic interests and the everyday mundanities of convenience store life.
Critical Reception
Information on critical reception for "I Liked You First..." is limited. It appears to be an independent or niche production, and as such, widespread critical reviews are not readily available. Audience reactions tend to be mixed, with some appreciating its quirky humor and relatable characters, while others find its plot points somewhat unconventional or underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique premise and lighthearted humor.
Some viewers found the plot to be a bit too bizarre or lacking depth.
The performances, particularly of the lead actress, are often cited as a strong point.
Google audience: Audience reviews for "I Liked You First..." are scarce, making a comprehensive summary difficult. Where available, comments often highlight the film's unusual sense of humor and the charm of the main cast. Some viewers found the story to be refreshingly different, while others expressed confusion or disappointment with the pacing and the explicitness of certain plot elements.
Fun Fact
The director is reported to have drawn inspiration for the film's central premise from an anecdotal story shared by a convenience store employee.
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