S-friends: Hatsukoi poster

S-friends: Hatsukoi (2023)

7.020231h 39mJA
DramaRomance

Directed by Hideo Jojo

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 39m

Language

JA

Release

July 21, 2023

Director

Hideo Jojo

Official Trailer

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Overview

36-year-old Shoko Morimura (Aika Yukihira) is raising her daughter on her own while working as a temporary worker. At a high school reunion, she reunites with her first love, obstetrician-gynaecologist Kitada Kazuki (Sho Aoyagi), and has a one-night stand with him. Shoko is once again excited, but b...

Cast

Aika Yukihira

Aika Yukihira

Choko Morimura

Sho Aoyagi

Sho Aoyagi

Kazuki Kitada

Moemi Katayama

Moemi Katayama

Hanae Shindo

Shinya Niiro

Shinya Niiro

Kuriyama

Yohta Kawase

Yohta Kawase

Kokoro

Kokoro

Mayumi Terashima

Mayumi Terashima

Minako Tanaka

Minako Tanaka

Katsunobu Ito

Katsunobu Ito

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into S-friends: Hatsukoi (2023), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

36-year-old Shoko Morimura (Aika Yukihira) is raising her daughter on her own while working as a temporary worker. At a high school reunion, she reunites with her first love, obstetrician-gynaecologist Kitada Kazuki (Sho Aoyagi), and has a one-night stand with him. Shoko is once again excited, but becomes upset when Kazuki proposes that she become his "sex friend." Part one of a two-part film adaptation of the popular manga by Yoriko Minato. Directed by Hideo Jojo On the Edge of Their Seats, the film depicts the emotions of a man and woman who spend the night together at a class reunion.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of S-friends: Hatsukoi. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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