Is Snowflake Anthology / The Golden Desert Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2017)

📖 The Core Premise

Snowflake Anthology / The Golden Desert stands as a 2017 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Fantasy, Romance, Drama landscape. 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. "Snowflake Anthology: “Japanese natural aesthetics” — with the theme of Japanese elegance, a magnificent picture scroll presented in dance that unfolds gracefully. Starting with the glorious scenery of spring, then the glittering waves of summer, the autumn moon, and then from a pure silver world of dancing snowflakes to an ode to the riotously blooming cheery blossoms, the dazzling scenes build up one after another. The Golden Desert: In a far-off desert kingdom, the spoiled and lonely Princess Talharmine has been raised together from infancy with her personal slave, Giy. When Talharmine must marry a foreign prince, the impending separation confuses them both, stirring up deeply rooted anger and deeply buried desire. After a fraught night together, they decide to escape to the mythical “Golden Desert,” an oasis where they will be free of the roles they were born into. But in doing so, a terrible series of events is set in motion..."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Snowflake Anthology / The Golden Desert, even the presence of Rio Asumi struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Fantasy. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Snowflake Anthology / The Golden Desert worth your time? If you appreciate Fantasy, Romance, Drama 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, Snowflake Anthology / The Golden Desert misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 167 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.