Even if This Love Disappears From the World Tonight (2022)

Not an average "sickness plot" movie!

This movie is outstanding. I didn't expect it to be this good. I thought it will be just those average Japanese movie where the female lead sick and stuff.. maybe this will be like Ishuukan Friends, as their main plot are Amnesia.

BUT IT IS NOT

Before I talk about the plot, let's talk about other things.
Don't worry I won't spoil anything especially the plot because it's more enjoyable when you know nothing. You're welcome.


This movie is aesthetically pleasing. Every scene is beautiful. The soft colours and how the sun shine through, it's really fit the concept and story.
The music is really good, but nothing special in my opinion.
The cast is perfect, especially the trio. They reprised the role perfectly. I don't think I should talk about both main leads, they did perfectly, a really cute couple. But I don't expect much from Izumi-chan yet she "stole" the show. Finally someone do justice to the couple's friend lol
I cried twice and one of them was because Izumi-chan's scene.

Now the plot, this is what makes this movie is not an average Japanese movie with sick lead.
The plot dynamic is perfect. Not boring at all despite it's slow pace. I love how it's actually a flashback, and being told simultaneously between Maori, Izumi, and Tooru. I also love how this movie bring up Tooru's family problem in a very neat way. This movie catch me off guards with the plot twist, it has been a long time since I cried because a movie! I just cried twice lol
Comparing with the trailer, I really love that it doesn't give any spoiler and no one would know what's coming. The 3 rules of Tooru and Maori relationship mentioned but finally explained at the end of the movie.
The explanation about memories and the system is really make sense too, I'm not an expert but it's not cliché and not romanticized the problem here. This is really matter when a movie, drama, or whatever it is took a plot about any kind of sickness.
As expected from a novel adaptated movie.

Now I'm not surprised with the fact about how successfull this movie even in South Korea.
So proud of my baby Micchie! (Yes, I actually watch it because of him)

Lastly, I hope Netflix could pick this movie for their platform! This movie fit Netflix style... and of course I would like to let everyone in this world enjoy this movie and know that Japanese movie is really good lol

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A movie about treasuring each day no matter what.

I hope I'm not too biased in writing this review just because I'm a fan of Micchi (Michieda Shunsuke) but I just think that this movie is really good. Even just from watching the trailer, it has greatly piqued my interest. At first, the plot reminded me of the series One Week Friends, where the girl also had amnesia, except her memories reset each week instead.

**SPOILERS**
The start of the movie greatly hints on what eventually happens later in the movie, which is something that I didn't really like but I guess that's what made me want to continue watching it even more. And with how Toru and Maori's relationship started, you'd think it's a typical "fake dating" trope, but in my opinion, it wasn't, their chemistry didn't feel forced and it really looked like they enjoyed each other's company. It was painful still, because for Maori, she was meeting this stranger for the first time everyday and she always had to put up a front. The part that I really liked was from the point when Toru found out about her illness, because at this point, Toru had actually fallen in love with Maori and despite knowing that she forgets him everyday, he was determined to make her everyday fun. One of my favorite lines in this movie was when Toru was talking to his sister about Maori, when he said "When there are fun things written in her diary, it would be nice if when she reads it, she'd be able to look forward to everyday, even if just for a bit.", my heart hurt a bit when I heard him say that but at the same time, I felt so much respect for this character.

I think all the characters in this movie was well-written, I also liked Maori's friend, Izumi, who is always there to help her no matter what, and she also eventually supported Toru and Maori's relationship so much. She was truly one of the important characters in the movie as she also played an important role towards the end of the film. Although one thing that I didn't quite understand was the relationship between Toru and his family, but I do think that showing this was necessary especially for the ending of the movie.

Overall, I recommend this movie if you just wanna cry and feel all kinds of emotions. I will not forget the dread I felt when I finished watching this, I couldn't stop thinking about it. It made me think "Ah, this is why this movie was so popular". At first, everything would seem slow but it will just hit you like a truck towards the end so I think it's a movie worth watching lol it will make you think about a lot of things in life.

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A movie not advized for fragile hearts

Despite all the disclaimers and notices stating that it's gonna hurt , I eventually watched it on a saturday night alone :')

I guess I wanted to challenge myself not to cry no matter what but ... I guess you can tell what happened. I literally cried my balls out for the last 30 minutes nonstop. It's been so long since I sobbed so loud when crying, to the point that I lost breath! (Yes it's this serious)


Indeed all the actors did great but my hat goes off to Tooru especially. I cried for him. It's true, that the story is about Hino but it was Tooru who struggled the most. He is the pitiful one. The poor guy didn't have a single happy day in his life and when Hino came in it, things were starting to change and we would see a glimpse of hope but hey how would the writers and director make me cry then :')

I knew it since the first scene in the film, that Tooru won't be around anymore! but throughout the movie, I begged for them to "save" him! However, it won't be called a plot twist this way. Yes! It was a plot twist (though I won't call it that way for me because I was expecting it). Because you would get immersed in Hino's story that you won't notice what's coming.

My heart ached for Tooru not Hino.
Nonetheless, I loved the movie!

Just a small advice: don't watch it on a working day, your eyes will be puffy next morning :)

I rated the "Rewatch value" low because I WON'T watch it again! don't wanna cry my heart out again! NEVER!

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Beautiful

This is a beautiful movie about love, what people will do for love, and the power of love. When I watch Japanese movies or dramas, the movies seem too short, and the dramas too long. I wanted more of this movie. The editing and what happened in the movie were just to abrupt. I felt that the important things just got a slight mention and then the story quickly moved on.

The actors were all good. This movie was understated and calm. It was living a daily life of a girl that has to start over every day. Reading the signs posted in her bedroom, reading and writing in her journal every day. I was kind of bothered that she spent most of her time with her phone up in her face, taking pictures or videos, but it made sense to the story.

There's a twist that I didn't see coming. And boy, Japanese filmmakers sure know how to wring the emotions from a person!

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Film teaches: memories > records; the irreplaceable feeling of the moment.

Prepare for an emotional journey as "Even if This Love Disappears From the World Tonight" unfolds a moving story of love, friendship, and the delicate nature of memories. The film introduces us to Tooru and Maori, high school students thrust into a pretend relationship that unexpectedly becomes a profound exploration of life's fleeting moments.

At its core, the movie is a beautifully crafted romantic drama, steering clear of clichés with unexpected twists that keep the narrative engaging. Tooru and Maori's characters are brought to life with genuine performances, with Toru's charm and Maori's resilience tugging at heartstrings. The film doesn't shy away from addressing the challenges of amnesia, painting a sincere portrayal of Maori's daily struggles. And don't forget about Izumi! She's like the secret hero of the story

Visually, the cinematography captures the essence of the story, offering a visual feast that complements the emotional depth of the narrative. The deliberate pacing, while potentially seeming lengthy, ensures that every scene contributes to the overall richness of the storytelling.

Beyond the romance, the film imparts valuable life lessons, encouraging viewers to reflect on the preciousness of every moment. Themes of love, resilience, and the beauty of connections, even when memories are fleeting, resonate throughout the narrative. The movie doesn't just tell a love story; it invites the audience to contemplate the impact of memories on our lives.

In conclusion, "Even if This Love Disappears From the World Tonight" stands out as a touching and well-crafted exploration of love and memory. It's a film that balances emotional depth with genuine performances, leaving a lasting impression on those willing to embark on this heartfelt cinematic journey. If you're seeking a story that goes beyond the conventional romantic drama, this one is certainly worth a watch.

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Beautiful, yet heartbreaking.

Although i expected to cry when watching this movie after i read the synopsis, i didn't expect to cry this much. The story was so beautiful, nicely explaining about this one girl who got her memories 'reset' everyday and her relationship with fake-boyfriend toru kamiya. MAJOR spoilers ahead.

When i heard about toru's death, my tears started flowing even though i kinda expected him to be not around after what happened in the beginning, i wasn't ready for him to tell izumi that he wanted her to delete him from maori's diary so she wont be depressed after he left her. this part was so sad and beautiful at the same time.

Although i glad she gradually recovers from her illness, deep in my heart, i wanted her to be happy with toru but the author said: sike, there won't be a happy ending. T_T

P.S: I rated the rewatch value so low because i, personally won't be watching this anymore. it's too painful to rewatch for me.

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