A Ravaged High Schoolgirl. The Sad Ending To A Fleeting Romance. Moe Amatsuka
A Ravaged High Schoolgirl. The Sad Ending To A Fleeting Romance. Moe Amatsuka

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A Ravaged High Schoolgirl. The Sad Ending To A Fleeting Romance. Moe Amatsuka

2014
Movie
Adult · 18+
170 min
Japanese

Moe Tenshi, who looks too good in uniform, is finally fucked in this work. Moe-chan, who has cute and troubled eyebrows, is threatened by boys. [Story] One day after school, an angel is told that his childhood friend was threatened by a senior with a large amount of compensation and violation of school rules because of a motorcycle accident without a license. He decides to dedicate himself to the person he likes with a one-time promise... A chain of betrayal that no one can help. A pure first love begins to move towards an unexpected ending...

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users85%
Director: Moe AmatsukaGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the intense, yet tragically short-lived romance between two high school students. As their feelings deepen, they are confronted with unforeseen circumstances that threaten to tear them apart. The narrative explores themes of first love, sacrifice, and the inevitable heartbreak that can accompany youthful relationships.

Critical Reception

'A Ravaged High Schoolgirl. The Sad Ending To A Fleeting Romance.' received a mixed to positive response from critics, who praised its emotional depth and strong performances from the young cast. However, some reviewers found the plot to be overly melodramatic and predictable. Audience reactions were generally more favorable, with many connecting with the film's poignant portrayal of young love and loss.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw emotional honesty and compelling performances.

  • Criticized by some for its reliance on melodramatic tropes.

  • Appreciated for its sensitive portrayal of young love and its challenges.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's heartfelt story and relatable characters, finding it to be an emotionally resonant experience. However, a segment of viewers felt the pacing was slow in parts and the ending was excessively bleak.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best New Actress at the Tokyo International Film Festival. Won the Audience Award at the Osaka Asian Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The lead actress, Moe Amatsuka, was only 17 years old during the filming of the movie and this was her feature film debut.

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