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Situation Love
Sana (Rina Ono), who was selected as the heroine of the independent film “Super Moon” is denied acting by director Nishi (Ryu Morioka) and loses her confidence. However, she fnds support in the face of her by co-star Rei (Amon Hirai) and regains her conviction, but the shooting fails due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection. After graduating from college, she doesn’t give up on being actress and works hard on acting lessons while working part-time. Meanwhile, shooting of “Super Moon” resumes with the same staff cast as when he was a student, and Sana faces the scene with a certain determination.
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Plot Summary
A woman unexpectedly gets the chance to travel back in time to her younger self's formative years. She endeavors to change her past, particularly her relationship with her mother, and try to make her parents fall in love. Her efforts, however, lead to a series of humorous and poignant situations.
Critical Reception
Situation Love was a massive commercial success in China, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 2021. Critically, it received generally positive reviews, praised for its heartfelt humor, emotional depth, and strong performances, particularly from Jia Ling and Shen Teng. The film resonated deeply with audiences for its relatable themes of family, regret, and second chances.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its blend of comedy and touching family drama.
Jia Ling's directorial debut is noted for its emotional resonance and strong performances.
The film effectively taps into themes of familial love and the desire for a different past.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google platforms is not readily available for this film as it primarily targets the Chinese market where other review aggregators are more prominent.
Fun Fact
The film is semi-autobiographical for director Jia Ling, inspired by her own relationship with her late mother.
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