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Love Stage!!
With a mother and father that are actors, and a rockstar brother, anyone would expect Sena Izumi to eventually enter showbiz himself. However, aside from a commercial for a wedding magazine when he was a child, Izumi has never been in the spotlight; instead, he aims to become a manga artist. But a decade after the shoot, the magazine calls for a 10th anniversary ad, requesting the original child actors for the project. This reunites Izumi with Ryouma Ichijou, now a popular actor who, much to Izumi's shock, has been in love with him ever since their first meeting! However, due to Izumi's feminine appearance, and unisex name, Ryouma believed the boy to be a girl and continues to do so to this day. Izumi's troubles are only just beginning. Based on the hit comedy romance manga Love Stage!! It began serialization in the July 2010. Seven tankōbon volumes was published from May 27, 2011 to November 1, 2016. An anime television series adaptation produced by J.C.Staff aired in 2014.
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Plot Summary
This romantic comedy follows Sena Izumi, the youngest son of a famous family of entertainers. Unlike his siblings, Izumi wants nothing to do with the entertainment world and dreams of becoming a manga artist. However, a childhood promise to marry a girl he met for a brief moment pulls him back into the spotlight. He unexpectedly encounters Ryoma Ichijo again, a popular young actor who was the "girl" from his childhood memory, and who has apparently been harboring feelings for Izumi ever since.
Critical Reception
Love Stage!! received mixed to positive reviews, with many appreciating its lighthearted humor and the chemistry between the lead actors. Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable, while fans of the Boys' Love genre generally enjoyed its faithful adaptation and sweet romantic storyline.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming romantic leads and comedic elements.
Appreciated as a faithful and enjoyable adaptation for BL fans.
Some found the storyline to be a bit cliché.
Google audience: Google users generally expressed a positive sentiment towards 'Love Stage!!', highlighting its heartwarming romance and enjoyable comedic moments. Many viewers found the interactions between the main characters to be endearing and appreciated the lighthearted tone of the film.
Fun Fact
The film is a live-action adaptation of the popular manga and anime series of the same name.
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