Manatsu no Shonen: 19452020
Ryuji (Taisho Iwasaki), Satoru (Ryuga Sato) and Atsushi (Hidaka Ukisho) are friends in high school. They are classmates in the 2nd grade class B. They appear like troubled students, but they are not. They are actually country boys. When they are at their secret place, they suddenly feel a big shake and hear the sound of thunder. Then next moment, they see a man Sanpei wearing a dirty military uniform with a backpack and holding a bayonet. Sanpei came from the past, right before the end of the war in Guam. Ryuji, Satoru and Atsushi enjoy their time with Sanpei. They think that being with Sanpei, their lives might change and they ask him to spend summer with them. Class President Michifumi (Yuto Nasu) and twin brothers Akihiko (Naoki Fujii) and Kazuhiko (Issei Kanasashi) join the group.
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Plot Summary
In the summer of 1945, a group of boys found a mysterious object that changed their lives. Decades later, in 2020, a young man discovers that object and becomes entangled in a conspiracy that spans generations. He must uncover the truth behind the object and its connection to a forgotten past.
Critical Reception
Manatsu no Shonen: 19452020 received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its ambitious storytelling and visual style while some found its pacing uneven. Audiences were generally intrigued by its unique blend of historical and sci-fi elements.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique premise and blend of historical drama with science fiction.
- Visuals and atmosphere were frequently highlighted as strong points.
- Some critics found the narrative complex and occasionally hard to follow.
Google audience: Audience reviews were largely positive, with many appreciating the film's originality and the performances of the main cast. Some viewers mentioned that the plot required close attention to fully appreciate.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Manatsu no Shonen: 19452020', translates to 'Midsummer Boys: 1945-2020', directly referencing the two key time periods central to the narrative.
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