Honey
Honey

Honey

2018Movie105 minJapanese

Kogure Nao is a shy and cute high school student. One day, Onise Taiga asks her "would you like to date with me on the promise that we will get married?" Nao is unable to turn down his proposal because she is scared of him. Taiga has red hair and piercing eyes. His appearance gives off the impression that he is a bad boy, but he is actually considerate to others and good at cooking. After getting to know Taiga, Nao begins to have feelings for him.

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes12%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users65%
Director: Billie WoodruffGenres: Dance, Drama, Music

Plot Summary

The film follows a talented but struggling dancer named Honey Daniels who dreams of opening her own dance studio. Facing financial hardship and the pressures of her neighborhood, she works tirelessly as a bartender and street dancer to save money. When a chance encounter offers her an opportunity to choreograph for a major music artist, she must overcome betrayal and self-doubt to achieve her goals.

Critical Reception

Honey (2018) received a generally negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the performances uninspired. Audience reception was slightly more favorable, appreciating the dance sequences and the film's uplifting message, though it did not achieve significant commercial success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for energetic dance numbers.
  • Criticized for a derivative and predictable storyline.
  • Performances were often described as wooden and lacking depth.

Google audience: Google users found the movie to be entertaining, particularly enjoying the dance choreography and the positive themes. However, many noted that the plot was formulaic and similar to previous dance films.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 2018, the film 'Honey' (2018) is often confused with the earlier 'Honey' films starring Jessica Alba, and this particular installment did not garner significant critical attention or awards.

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