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He Is My Ex-Boyfriend
Toji, a manager of a food section in a medium-sized department store, has to put up with a tough boss that makes every day a real struggle. But things start to look up for him though when he meets a pretty elevator girl named Nao. Just as he is starting to enjoy a new-found happiness at work, a new account manager from an advertising agency visits Toji’s division, and it is none other than Toji’s ex-girlfriend from university, Makoto. Toji is surprised to see her again but Makoto treats him as if she has never met him before. Now dealing with a tough job and caught in the middle of a jealous Nao and Makoto who dumped him, things couldn’t get much worse for Toji!
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Plot Summary
A college student, desperate to get her ex-boyfriend back, enlists the help of her friends to orchestrate a series of events designed to make him jealous. As her plan escalates, she finds herself in increasingly comical and chaotic situations. She must navigate the complexities of relationships, jealousy, and self-discovery.
Critical Reception
He Is My Ex-Boyfriend is a low-budget romantic comedy that received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some viewers found its lighthearted approach and youthful energy appealing, many critics pointed to a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. It did not achieve significant critical acclaim or widespread audience attention.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted tone and relatable themes of young love and jealousy.
Criticized for a formulaic plot and a lack of originality.
Character development was seen as superficial by some reviewers.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but available commentary suggests it's seen as a typical, albeit unmemorable, teen romantic comedy. Viewers who enjoyed it often cited its escapist nature and easy-to-digest storyline, while others found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'My Favorite Ex-Boyfriend' before being changed to 'He Is My Ex-Boyfriend'.
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