This Year's Love
This Year's Love

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This Year's Love

1962
Movie
82 min
Japanese

Hikaru and Ichiro are close friends in high school. Hikaru's elder brother Tadashi fell in love with Ichiro's elder sister, Mikako at first sight. Although she gave the cold shoulder to Tadashi, she gradually became fond of Tadashi.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Alexander MackendrickGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A man's life unravels when his wife leaves him, and he finds himself in a series of awkward and often comical situations. He attempts to navigate the complexities of modern relationships and his own insecurities as he searches for true love.

Critical Reception

This film was met with mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its witty dialogue and Peter Sellers' performance, while others found its plot to be somewhat uneven. Audience reception was similarly divided, though it gained a cult following over time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp comedic timing and Sellers' versatility.

  • Some found the narrative structure a bit disjointed.

  • Appreciated for its exploration of societal expectations around marriage and love.

Google audience: Audience reviews are largely unavailable for this older film, but those that exist often highlight the film's humor and Sellers' comedic prowess.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a musical, but the musical numbers were cut during production.

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