Is (Love Song) Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2025)

📖 The Core Premise

(Love Song) returns to the screen in 2025, bringing a fresh narrative to the Romance genre. 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. "An unfinished love song connects two people in Tokyo and Bangkok. Sota is an overly serious researcher who was suddenly ordered to work in Tokyo. One day he returns from Tokyo to Bangkok and reunites with Kai whom he had feelings for when they were students. Kai is active as a photographer and also pursuing music when they reunite. This makes Sota a bit nervous. Kai, however, is surprised that Sota recalls the 'unfinished song' he once sang for him. The duo slowly grow closer once again, but each have a secret as to why they can't complete the song. Yet this unfinished song connecting the two of them begins to resonate with both once again!"

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Unfortunately, Win Morisaki feels underutilized in a role that lacks depth. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Romance. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is (Love Song) worth your time? If you appreciate Romance 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, (Love Song) misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 118 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.