Last Christmas
Kenji Haruki is the manager of the Winter Sports section of a large sporting goods company. On a ski trip in New Zealand with his friend Goro Shintani (who is also his boss) and Shintani's new secretary, Yuki Aoi. Upon returning to Japan he finds that he has a new neighbor in the apartment next to his. It is Aoi. While watching the movers he sees a photograph drop from new girl's luggage. Looking at the photo he sees it is a picture of a group from a female bicycle gang and upon looking closer he sees it is a picture of Aoi. Haruki finds her putting on a façade and fooling everyone at work with her nice girl persona. But at home she is anything but nice, dating lots of men and using them to get what she wants. This continues until one day Aoi comes home drunk and without her keys. Kenji lets her into her room via the door connecting their apartments. Aoi accidentally drops a video tape into Haruki's apartment. When he discovers the tape he watches it. On it Aoi has recorded a message to herself. Seeing this serious message, Haruki begins to view Aoi in a completely different light.
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Plot Summary
This animated television special likely retells or offers a unique perspective on the classic Christmas song. It focuses on themes of holiday spirit and perhaps the story behind the song itself. The narrative aims to evoke festive feelings and a sense of wonder associated with the holiday season.
Critical Reception
As an animated TV special from 2004 with limited prominent cast or director information, 'Last Christmas' likely received modest attention, primarily as seasonal programming. Critical reviews, if any, would have focused on its family-friendliness and its connection to the iconic song. Audience reception was likely positive among those seeking lighthearted holiday content.
What Reviewers Say
- Often praised for its holiday cheer and connection to a beloved song.
- Appreciated for its simple, family-friendly animation style.
- Seen as a pleasant, albeit brief, seasonal viewing experience.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this particular animated special is not readily available. However, similar holiday specials typically garner positive feedback for their festive themes and suitability for family viewing during the Christmas season.
Fun Fact
The 2004 animated TV special 'Last Christmas' is often confused with the 2019 feature film of the same name starring Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding, which was inspired by the Wham! song but is an entirely separate production.
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