Modern Love
Modern Love

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Modern Love

2018
Movie
115 min
Japanese

"Parallel universes, doppelganger, world lines, reality, truth, jealousy, delusion, adoration, truth, regret, love, dreams, memories, borders. I don't understand it … I just want to see you!" The newly discovered planet Emanon emerges one night at the sky. A weird customer brings Mika a strange present from his journey to "Agartha". And she... is still unable to cope with the sudden parting of Teru.

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IMDb8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes83%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users90%
Director: John Carney, Sharon Horgan, Tom Hall, Anya Kochoff Roman, Emmie Lichtenberg, Tinge Krishnan, Rachel Lee Goldenberg, Olivia Wilde, Jamie Babbit, Ellie KemperGenres: Romance, Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Modern Love is an anthology series that explores love in its myriad forms. Each self-contained episode delves into a different story of human connection, from romantic relationships and friendships to familial bonds and self-love. The series is based on the popular New York Times column of the same name, bringing a diverse range of personal essays to life.

Critical Reception

The first season of Modern Love was met with generally positive reviews, with critics praising its diverse storytelling, heartfelt performances, and relatable themes of love and connection in the modern age. While some found the anthology format led to unevenness, the overall sentiment highlighted its charm and emotional resonance. The show has been particularly noted for its ability to capture the complexities and nuances of relationships.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming and diverse stories about love.

  • Performances are often cited as a strong point, adding depth to the narratives.

  • Some episodes are more compelling than others due to the anthology format.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciate the show's heartwarming and relatable exploration of love in its various forms. Many viewers enjoy the unique, self-contained stories and the emotional depth they offer, finding the series to be a feel-good and engaging watch.

Fun Fact

The series is based on the weekly "Modern Love" column in The New York Times, which features personal essays about relationships and love.

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