Reviews

Became one of my favourite animation film ever ˖ ࣪. ࿐ ♡˚.

I usually don't write reviews but a review for this was totally needed.

My expectations were so low when I first heard the title "Kpop demon hunters" but NAH it proved me all wrong. overall everything was so perfect; the story, the animation🤌🏻, the musics🫡, the characters, everything was legit. I was so DAMN amazed.

Kpop: Main theme being kpop what it made me to watch it. As a hardcore stan, I literally loved how this movie portrayed kpop and it's fans. The songs are sooo refreshing and all of them are such BOPS❗I added all of them to my playlists as soon as I heard them😛 So happy that non kpop fans are also fan watching this and liking it. I will say that this movie was literally made for me. I like the characters too, rumi is my bias in huntr/x (HER VOICE) and abby in saja boys (ABS HEH) LOL. I love saja boys and huntr/x and their concepts?!? Totally my type.

Ending: I loved it when they sang 'take down' and sealed the honmoon but was jinu dying really necessary😭 I CRIED SO MUCH AT THAT PART and I realised I was rigged in the name of love. rujinu could've been the perfect couples ever but no they had to kill the ml, literally all that romantic buildup for nothing but to go in vain.. WE DIDN'T GET TO SEE MYSTERY'S FACE TOO!! + gwima is going to my hear me out list👅

Overall: chat just watch it. don't listen to the people hating kpop. kpop is fun and the songs are good! especially when you just listen to the songs and not listening to a bitch who whispers in your ears saying it's not (my personal experience and opinion) ANYWAYS IT'S A WORTH WATCH ⭐

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Minimalistic atmosphere building the tension.

Nothing happens, but somehow the tension is high. Everything is vague, but you kind of understand what is going on. Rather than scary, it’s more eerie - driven by the atmosphere, not the plot. There is a lot of talking, still camera shots, pauses in dialogues. And with all that you will either enjoy it, or find it painfully boring.

I want to start with the fact the synopsis is a bit misleading. It makes it seem like the plot truly starts when they head to the woods, but that’s not the case - this ain’t Blair Witch Project. The majority of this movie seems like the exposition of the past, the lore for the mountain, the incident involving the child.

I would not fight anyone who would say they fell asleep watching this movie - I totally get it. Nothing happens for a good 80% of the runtime. They do not try to fill the gaps with fancy editing. Many dialogue heavy scenes are still cameras, the whole conversations shown from one angle with no cuts. And I think this is why it worked for me. At times it felt like you were there with the characters in the room. It gave the whole story quite a found footage vibe even though this is not exactly a found footage horror movie.

The performances were good. I don’t think the movie had enough depth to require groundbreaking acting, but for what was supposed to be presented, I have no complaints.

Overall, this will be either hit or miss. You will either buy the atmosphere they tried to create or not. Personally, I like these vague, nothing really is happening, but also everything feels wrong and creepy horror movies. For others it might be a snoozefest.

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Train to Busan: 5/15/2025

I went into this movie already knowing the ending because it was something I had seen all over TikTok, this however did not make it hurt any less. The way people were selfless when it came to sacrificing themselves as well as the harsh reality of how selfish people can be when it comes to serving made everything hurt all the more. There is no way I can ever watch this movie without crying simply because of the ending. Now to the actual story, the fact that it could have been avoided if the person didn’t sneak in the train is crazy, it really shows how one thing can change everything. It also realistic how the military was not able to fully stop in the area they said they did, but instead another as we see in the end. There is so much to talk about but I don’t wanna spoil it nor do I wan cry while writing. It is simply a much watch movie.

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So I Married an Anti-Fan: 7/9/2025

I wanted something quick to watch so I put this on and I loved it, while the beginning is a lil hard to watch it is so worth. It was so cute and had me smiling so much at the end, also I loved the chemistry between the two leads. It doesn’t feel like the drama type of chemistry where it unrealistic but instead feels real and like it could actually happen even with how unrealistic the actual plot of this story is. Also I liked the fact that they didn’t try to change her to much but instead just let her gradually grow and that made them all the more perfect for each other.

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This is going to be a very unpopular opinion regarding this movie, but here goes. While I appreciated that director Lee Chang Dong made a powerful film about ableism, his own inherent bias toward women completely spoiled this film for me.

Hong Jong Du is freed from prison and heads to his brother’s apartment. Unbeknownst to him his family has moved with no forwarding address. Fortunately, a trip to the police department after a dash and dine situation reunites him with his reluctant family. He decides to take a fruit basket to the adult children of his vehicular manslaughter victim. There he briefly meets Han Gong Ju who suffers from cerebral palsy. Her family lives in a nice apartment complex for the handicapped ostensibly for her, while they stow her in a rundown apartment with only the neighbors bringing her food. The two “misfits” end up becoming friends and scandalizing “normal” people whenever they go out.

I enjoyed most of this film and felt it had an important message. Everyone had a lot to say about Jong Du and Gong Ju, but rarely listened to a word they said even when it was inherently important. Most people assumed Gong Ju couldn’t speak or was lacking in intelligence. Both beliefs were false. “Normal” people felt uncomfortable around those who were “different” and sought to drive the two away wherever they went. Moon So Ri gave a brilliant and what must have been an exhausting performance as Gong Ju. Sul Kyung Gu as expected gave a great performance as the complicated and at times despicable Jong Du.

Now why I cannot rate this film higher---When a great love affair begins without consent and with the words, “Be a good girl,” “Don’t struggle,” and “Stay still bitch,” the director has told me his underlying belief about women. Rape is NOT foreplay. Rape is NOT romantic. And while I’m on a roll, even when sex is consensual, ‘brace yourself darlin’ is not foreplay either. Without that vile and reprehensible beginning, I would have rated this complex film higher. Calling out ableism while not so quietly advocating violence against women is not a great tradeoff.

13 August 2025
Trigger warnings: partial nudity, sex scene, sexual assault

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20th Century Girl: 6/8/2025

I went into this movie already knowing the ending because i had seen it all over TikTok. This however did not stop it from hurting any less, since I still sob every time I watch it. This is because of the way the story builds up to it. You see the ML and FL first become friends, it’s not this instant attraction that makes no sense but instead a gradual one. It funny at times and a little embarrassing at other times. It also becomes the main reason the ending hurts because once they fall in love they aren’t given the opportunity to really explore it since he’s leaves, making them have to go long distance. As time pass they still communicate until they don’t and eventually the FL, tries to move on and seeing how she isn’t was relatively because when you love someone so deeply you can’t forget them. In the end we find out why they stopped talking, and knowing everything makes it hurt even more. Knowing that it wasn’t either of their fault but instead something completely out of their control. A story which should have got a happy ending but didn’t because of life.

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GL/WLW/BDSM/JUNK IDOLS

A Bold, Sensual, and Empowering Mockumentary Gem

“Safe Word”is a daring entry in Nikkatsu’s revived Roman Porno series. Directed by Kôji Shiraishi with writing by Shiraishi and Kohei Taniguchi, this mockumentary-style drama is a refreshing fusion of eroticism, identity, and queer-wlw intimacy From Underground Idol to BDSM Embrace

Kawase’s performance is magnetic—her emotional transformation, from resisting to reveling in vulnerability and power dynamics, anchors the film with depth and authenticity ([Asian Movie Pulse][1]). Toriumi’s portrayal of the composed, dominant Kanon is equally compelling; their on-screen chemistry pulses with queer desire and mutual discovery

Rather than portraying the BDSM setting as shadowy or taboo, the cinematography embraces bright, colorful visuals—creating a bold contrast that underscores the film’s themes of liberation and visibility ([Asian Movie Pulse][1]). The mockumentary framing adds emotional immediacy, letting viewers peer into personal moments while reminding them of the larger performance at play .

Feminine, Queer Representation at the Forefront

One of the movie’s greatest strengths? It deliberately caters to queer and female audiences, examining BDSM not through the male gaze, but with empathy, sensuality, and empowerment ([Letterboxd][3], [Asian Movie Pulse][1]). As a romance between women exploring dominance and submission, it stands out for its tender yet bold portrayal of wlw relationships.
is an evocative and boundary-pushing romantic drama—one that voices queer identity and sexuality with earnestness and flair. Its mockumentary style, strong central performances, vibrant visuals, and emotional depth make it a standout film. Misa’s metamorphosis—from underground idol to confident dominatrix, from performer to lover—invites viewers into a world where desire, discovery, and self-expression are intertwined.
If you're into stories that merge sensuality with emotional truth, and queer wlw romance with layered self-discovery—this film delivers on all fronts.

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Perfect Days -Transforms ordinary moments into something extraordinary

I watched Perfect Days on my flight to Spain, and it felt like the perfect companion for a long journey above the clouds. This Japanese film is slow, meditative, and beautifully simple, yet every frame holds a quiet depth. It follows Hirayama, a public toilet cleaner in Tokyo, whose life is made up of small rituals: watering plants, listening to cassette tapes, reading books, and noticing light and shadows.
The magic is in how the film transforms these ordinary moments into something extraordinary. There’s no rush, no dramatic explosions, just a gentle reminder that happiness can live in the smallest details. The cinematography is stunning, the soundtrack is soulful, and the lead performance is so genuine that you almost forget you’re watching an actor.
By the time the credits rolled, I felt strangely calm and inspired, as if the film had given me permission to slow down and truly notice life. It’s not just a movie, it’s a quiet meditation on joy, routine, and the beauty of now.

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A Gentle Tapestry of Lives Intertwined

Call Me Chihiro is a quiet, emotional, and deeply human film, one that trades dramatic plot twists for the slow bloom of connection. Directed by Rikiya Imaizumi and based on Hiroyuki Yasuda’s manga Chihiro-san, it follows Chihiro (Kasumi Arimura), a former sex worker now working at a seaside bento shop. She moves through her days with warmth, openness, and an almost ethereal calm, touching lives without ever forcing her presence.
Chihiro’s story is less about her transformation and more about the lives she brushes against:
The Old Homeless Man – a solitary figure who receives Chihiro’s quiet compassion, reminding us how dignity can be restored with a simple act of kindness.
The Shy Teenage Girl – her admirer, who looks up to Chihiro’s independence and unconventional grace, finding courage in her example.
The Lonely Young Boy – often seen eating alone, who slowly opens up when Chihiro shares meals with him, filling an emotional gap in his life.
The Neglected Child, whose difficult home life makes Chihiro’s small gestures of care feel like rare moments of safety.
The Elderly Blind Woman – who forms a tender bond with Chihiro, their conversations marked by trust and mutual understanding.
Her Former Boss – a reminder of Chihiro’s past, yet their exchanges are laced with respect and unspoken history.
Hints of Chihiro’s wounds, a scar, her distance from family, and her muted reaction to her mother’s death run beneath the surface, giving her an enigmatic depth.
Kasumi Arimura’s performance is a masterclass in subtlety: layered, restrained, and magnetic. The film’s quiet pacing, lingering shots of the sea, and ambient sound design create a space where every pause feels intentional, every glance weighted.
Call Me Chihiro isn’t a story you watch for answers; it’s one you sit with, letting its gentle ripples stay with you like the memory of a soft tide.

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On Your Wedding Day: Does Perfect Timing Exist?

On Your Wedding Day attempts to tell the story of Hwan Seung-Hee and Hwang Woo-Yun, who meet in high school after Seung-Hee (Park Bo-young) transfers schools. What follows is a relationship born from a misunderstanding that somehow evolves into genuine — but immature — feelings.
Woo-Yun (Kim Young-Kwang) is portrayed as a lazy, trouble-prone teenager, while Seung-Hee is smart but emotionally worn out. Their dynamic feels forced, and the film leans heavily on clichés without offering much depth or originality.
As the plot progresses, we witness their on-again, off-again relationship, shaped more by life's circumstances than by meaningful character development. Woo-Yun clings to the idea that love is all about timing, but the film fails to explore this concept in a compelling way.
The movie tries to reflect the harsh truth that love alone isn’t enough to sustain a relationship—but it does so in a way that feels flat and uninspired. Instead of emotional resonance, we get a series of predictable moments that never quite hit the mark.
To be honest, I watched it with some vague expectations, but by the end, it felt like a film that never decided what it wanted to be. Lukewarm at best.
And one more thing: the frequent sexual innuendos and suggestive dialogue were unnecessary and, frankly, uncomfortable. It added nothing to the story and detracted from the emotional core the film was trying to build.

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No in your Face Romance, Just the Way I Like it.

I don't let ratings decide what I watch and that's why I sometimes go adventuring on lower-rated shows and movies. This time, I was pleasantly surprised by the movie. The story was told effectively, without unnecessary fanfare and without forcing an in-your-face romance which more often than not ruins and/or derails the story. Unless, it is actually meant to be an epic romance story, which I don't mind if it's executed well. Still, NOT everything needs romance in it. The lack of epic fighting scenes and romance might be why this is rated below 7.5. Still, there was action, there was a plot, and I was invested in it. It also helped that the movie is just over an hour long, cutting out unneeded and unwanted fillers, and giving it a good pace.

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