Kiss Me First
Kiss Me First

Kiss Me First

2018TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

To escape reality 17-year-old Leila turns to a secret virtual paradise. Her real journey begins when this digital Eden turns dark.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users78%
Director: Creator: Bryan ElsleyGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

Leila, a young woman addicted to a popular online game called 'Kiss Me First', learns to navigate the real world after her gaming alter ego's best friend disappears. She discovers a dark secret about the game and its players, leading her on a dangerous quest for the truth. The series blends live-action with CGI and animation to depict both the real world and the virtual gaming environment.

Critical Reception

Kiss Me First received generally mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its innovative visual style and ambitious concept. However, some found the plot occasionally convoluted and the pacing uneven. The performances, particularly from the lead actors, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique blend of live-action and animation.
  • The performances of the lead actors were often singled out for praise.
  • Some viewers found the narrative complex and occasionally difficult to follow.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the show's distinctive visual aesthetic and the compelling narrative that explored themes of escapism and identity. However, a segment of viewers found the plot to be overly complicated at times.

Fun Fact

The show was filmed using a combination of live-action and motion capture technology, with the gaming world sequences rendered using Unreal Engine.

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