Is めぐる Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict ()

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of めぐる (N/A), audiences are invited back into the world of various. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Even on the morning of the important entrance exam interview, Megumi had her usual nightmare. The dream is a scene of group bullying to her sister Nao in her after-school classroom. And Nao goes to the platform of the station ... Oversleeping Tamegumi runs to the station. She rushes to the train just before departure while she hits a man in a suit on the way. The time is "9:20". The slight train delay caused by this rush ride will then upset the fate of various people."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In めぐる, even the presence of Chiharu Ogoshi struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good cinema. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is めぐる worth your time? If you appreciate various films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, めぐる misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 45 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.