Tokyo Halloween Night
Tokyo Halloween Night

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Tokyo Halloween Night

2013
Movie
24 min
Japanese

On Halloween day, the Sun gives a scarecrow girl one night freedom until Sunrise. Transforming herself into human being, she gets mixed up with crowds of a Halloween matchmaking party in the big city, Tokyo. Coming from rice paddies and feeling isolated from the real human beings, the scarecrow falls in love with a real zombie. They are only real monsters among all, so the scarecrow thinks he is 'different' from others. The zombie has strong sense of justice, and he only eats bad people's bad brains for the world peace. The scarecrow starts to follow the zombie's bad brain hunting. Even though the outsiders nurture love, the time limit approaches to end their happy journey.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Yukihiro HondaGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Ayumi, a young woman working in a flower shop, is determined to find love by Halloween. She believes that if she can find a boyfriend by this spooky holiday, she will have a year of good luck. Her search leads her to a series of humorous and sometimes awkward encounters as she navigates the complexities of modern dating in Tokyo, all while a mysterious man from her past reappears.

Critical Reception

Tokyo Halloween Night received a generally mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its lighthearted approach to romance and its relatable portrayal of dating struggles. Audiences found it to be an enjoyable and charming romantic comedy, particularly for its holiday theme.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming lead performances and sweet romantic storyline.

  • Appreciated for its light and breezy comedic tone.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable but ultimately satisfying.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is limited for this title, but general sentiments for similar light romantic comedies often point to enjoyment of the feel-good nature and relatable characters.

Fun Fact

The film's setting during Halloween allows for a visually festive backdrop, incorporating costume elements and spooky decorations into the romantic narrative.

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