Feb 7, 2023
Minor spoilers ahead.
Modern Love Tokyo tells the story of a 32 yo office clerk that lives frustrated with her job and the lack of meaning in her life. She drowns her sorrows in alcohol and doesn't really know herself. One night after finishing her work day, she seats at her usual bar when a specific song comes on the record player and she is immediately transported to her high school days.
This is the story of the protagonist's self (re)discovery, as she remembers her past love and her dreams of becoming an artist and doing something meaningful with her life.
Although this short is only 30 minutes
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long, there was a nice development of the protagonist and we get to know her qualities, flaws, wishes and fears. She is an introverted yet rather interesting woman with some hidden talents and she actually comes to believe in herself and put those talents to good use. As for her love interest, his love for her is portrayed as always being there and he wants her to be happy.
The soundtrack is also really good, especially the songs played on the piano. It complements the plot in a nice way.
As for the art, it uses a very light style with smooth colors and clean lines, very pleasing to the eye. The animation is also excellent with almost movie-like quality.
All in all, this was an heartwarming slow-burning romance and I recommend it to everyone that enjoys light movies.
Reviewer’s Rating: 9
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