Chasing My Girl
Six guys wacky guys, who worked together at a summer beach bar job, come across a letter from dream girl Eriko. The letter isn't addressed to anyone in particular, but asks if the recipient would meet her at the beach bar on Christmas Eve. Each of the men believe they are the one Eriko wants to meet and a heated battle between the lovelorn men begins. A seventh man, attorney Sekiguichi, then appears and also enters the competition!
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Plot Summary
After a humiliating breakup, a man becomes obsessed with his ex-girlfriend's new relationship, leading him to stalk her and her new boyfriend. His attempts to sabotage their romance escalate into increasingly absurd and dangerous situations. He eventually has to confront his own issues and the consequences of his actions.
Critical Reception
Chasing My Girl was met with generally unfavorable reviews from critics, though it found a niche audience among fans of crude humor. Many critics pointed to its predictable plot and reliance on gross-out jokes, while some praised its energetic performances.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies too heavily on shock value and predictable humor.
- Performances offer some redeeming qualities amidst a weak script.
- A formulaic comedy that struggles to generate genuine laughs.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a mixed bag, with some appreciating the raunchy humor and the comedic timing of the cast, particularly Danny McBride. However, many felt the story was unoriginal and the jokes became tiresome, leading to a generally lukewarm reception.
Fun Fact
The film's working title was 'The Girlfriend Stalker,' but it was changed to 'Chasing My Girl' to sound more like a typical romantic comedy, despite its darker themes.
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