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Love Letter

1995·Movie
1h 57min·PG

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Stunning style, big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Spectacle4
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Deeply romantic and profoundly sad

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance9
  • Melancholy9
  • Nostalgia9

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability9
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout direction, storytelling, and characters

  • Direction9
  • Narrative Structure9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout cinematography, score, and editing

  • Cinematography9
  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Lost love lives on.

Hiroko attends the memorial service of her fiancé, Itsuki Fujii, who died in a mountain-climbing incident. Although Itsuki's mother says that their old house is gone, Hiroko records the address listed under his name in his yearbook and sends him a letter. Surprisingly, she receives a reply, and discovers it came from his old classmate, a girl who also happens to be called Itsuki Fujii.
Romantic DramaJapanese CinemaGrief & MemoryMelancholic Love StorySerendipitous ConnectionChildhood NostalgiaWintry AestheticPoignant NarrativeEpistolary RomanceIdentity Exploration

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Love Letter worth watching?

63
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Love Letter rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Love Letter?

1 h 57 min

Love Letter runs 1 h 57 min.

What language is Love Letter in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Love Letter?

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