Kiss Him, Not Me
Kae is a fat high school girl who is a 'fujoshi', which is girls who enjoy reading homosexual romance novels. She is dismayed when her favourite character is killed off. She is unwell and refuses to eat. She loses weight. As a side-effect she is thin and suddenly popular at school. Boys begin to pursue her. She has a choice of suitors and can pick a boy of her liking. They are all pretty.
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Plot Summary
A struggling businessman, Mr. Sato, is obsessed with a popular idol group and dreams of becoming their manager. After a magical intervention, he is suddenly transformed into a handsome young man. He enrolls in a high school with the goal of discovering the next big star, navigating the complexities of youth and his newfound appearance.
Critical Reception
The live-action adaptation of 'Kiss Him, Not Me' received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated the comedic premise and the lead actor's performance, many found the plot to be convoluted and the execution lacking compared to the popular manga source material.
What Reviewers Say
- The film struggles to translate the charm of its manga origin into a live-action format.
- Performances are occasionally engaging, but the narrative falters under its own weight.
- Lacks the comedic timing and character development expected from a romance-comedy.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's pacing and a perceived lack of humor. Some viewers found the plot confusing and the character transformations unconvincing, leading to a generally lukewarm reception.
Fun Fact
The film is a live-action adaptation of the shojo manga series of the same name by Junko, which was serialized in Bessatsu Friend from 2012 to 2018.
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