Chasuke's Journey
Things are hectic in heaven. Dozens of scribes sit before a long scroll incessantly scribbling away. They are composing the biographies of earth-dwellers. What is invented by the men in heaven is lived out below. And their employer, God, is increasingly vehement in demanding avant-garde ideas. Take, for example, the beautiful Yuri, a girl who dies in a car crash. Some of the heavenly scribes find this very dull and send former gangster Chas, who has become a heavenly tea-boy, back down to earth with instructions to save Yuri no matter what. And so Chas ends up in Okinawa, gets to know the earth-dwellers, interferes in their fates, becomes celebrated as 'Mr Angel' and is hounded by brutal enemies. His falling in love with Yuri is of course a foregone conclusion. But no one could anticipate what happens next. Not even God himself
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Plot Summary
A kind but clumsy baker named Chasuke is one day killed by a truck. Upon arriving in the afterlife, he is told that his soul will be reincarnated as a new baker in the world. Before his reincarnation, he is given a year to revisit his former life and spend time with his loved ones, and perhaps even find true love along the way. It’s a whimsical and poignant exploration of life, death, and the enduring power of connection.
Critical Reception
Chasuke's Journey received generally positive reviews from critics and audiences alike, with many praising its unique blend of humor, fantasy, and heartfelt emotion. The film was noted for its charming storytelling and memorable characters, though some found its pacing to be a bit uneven.
What Reviewers Say
- A charming and whimsical tale with a unique premise.
- Praised for its emotional depth and hopeful message.
- Some found the narrative slightly meandering but appreciated the overall warmth.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's heartwarming story and its ability to evoke a range of emotions. Many found Chasuke's journey to be a touching and memorable experience, with particular fondness for the film's optimistic outlook on life and love. The unique fantasy elements were also a frequent highlight in user comments.
Fun Fact
The film was screened in the Special Screenings section of the 2015 Cannes Film Festival.
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