One Week Friends
High school student Yuki Hase wants to become close with classmate Kaori Fujimiya who is alway by herself. Kaori Fujimiya refuses to become close with Yuki Hase, because she forgets her friends every new Monday. Even though Kaori tells Yuki why she doesn't want to become friends, Yuki still wants to become close to her.
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Plot Summary
High school student Yuuki Hase befriends Kaori Fujimiya, but discovers she loses all memories of her friends and acquaintances every Monday. Despite this, Yuuki is determined to befriend her again each week. Their unique relationship deepens as they navigate the challenges of Kaori's memory loss, with Yuuki striving to help her remember their shared moments and the people important to her.
Critical Reception
The film was generally met with a mixed to positive reception, appealing primarily to fans of the manga and romance-drama genre. While praised for its heartfelt story and the chemistry between the lead actors, some critics found the premise somewhat repetitive and the pacing occasionally slow. Audience reception tended to be more favorable, appreciating the emotional depth and themes of perseverance and friendship.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its sweet and emotional portrayal of a unique romance.
- The lead actors' chemistry was a highlight for many viewers.
- Some found the premise's repetition to be a drawback over the film's runtime.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's touching narrative and the efforts of the protagonists to overcome the challenges of memory loss. The romantic elements and the theme of unwavering friendship resonated well with the audience.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the popular manga series of the same name by Matcha Hazuki, which ran from 2012 to 2015.
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