Vampire in Love Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Vampire in Love.
Vampire in Love Ending Explained: Kiira seems like an ordinary young girl, who likes to talk with her friends and to dress up. Directed by Mai Suzuki, this 2015 drama film stars Mirei Kiritani (Kiira), alongside Shota Totsuka as Tetsu, Seiichi Tanabe as Rikihiko, Nene Otsuka as Mario. With a 6.9/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of Vampire in Love?
Kiira seems like an ordinary young girl, who likes to talk with her friends and to dress up. Her ultimate goal is to become the world's best baker, but what differentiates her from others is that she is a vampire. She has never told anyone her secret, including her childhood friend Tetsu, whom she played with everyday and liked as a child. After her parents died when Kiira was only 12-years-old, she had to go live with her relatives and lost contact with Tetsu. Now, 8 years later, Tetsu appears at the bakery where Kiira is working part-time. Kiira is ecstatic to see her first love again. Soon, they are dating and Kiira dreams of having a family with Tetsu. Kiira also becomes filled with worries because she is vampire.
Mai Suzuki's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Mirei Kiritani (Kiira)'s journey. Her ultimate goal is to become the world's best baker, but what differentiates her from others is that she is a vampire.
How Does Mirei Kiritani (Kiira)'s Story End?
- Mirei Kiritani: Mirei Kiritani's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Shota Totsuka (Tetsu): Shota Totsuka's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Seiichi Tanabe (Rikihiko): Seiichi Tanabe's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Vampire in Love Mean?
Vampire in Love's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Mirei Kiritani may feel rushed. Mai Suzuki's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.