Cherry Magic! Trinta Anos de Virgindade Podem Fazer de Você um Mago?! (2022)

Magically Obsessed

MY TOP FAVORITE BL

I am still riding on cloud nine while writing this. It's been years since the release of the series but the feelings I felt during their airing days still live within me. And yes! Early this year, they announced that the movie version is coming out soon. I waited for years and months, and all I can say is that the wait is worth it.

Fluffy, a source of happiness, eye candies, charming, exquisitely appealing, tender, lovely, and all of the positive adjectives that perfectly suit this beautiful story. I am delighted that they presented a new flow of scenarios never seen in the series, as this is the continuation of their love story. The camping was too aromatic and the New Year celebration was pleasantly entertaining.

The plot was the couple’s long-distance relationship. I adore how supportive both of each other's achievements, despite knowing that it may hugely affect them. Once again, this movie allows me to question where to find a Kurosawa of my own. After knowing that Adachi has been in an accident, our best boy runs from Tokyo to Nagasaki looking pale and wet when he finds Adachi. I love this guy so much! The 8-months long distance relationship is hard to fight but the two finally conquered it. I am just disappointed that, the same with the series, they didn't give us an on-screen kiss but instead give us a kissing scene where they have to cut during the highlight. On the good hand, Keita and Eiji can pull out the whole show without being so intimate.

Soon later, they decided to live in one house. I am so overwhelmed with the amount of cuteness that Kurosawa has from this. From taking too long to eat the food prepared by Adachi since he's trying to remember it for the rest of his life, to taking several photos of Adachi wearing the clothes he bought for him; he is just so lovely!

Here we go, the plot twist of the movie, introducing one another to their respective families. But before this, I was laughing so hard when Adachi was presenting his resume and the written reasons why he is applying to be Adachi's partner. Overjoyed when Kurosawa was warmly accepted by Adachi's family. This boy has been secretly in love with Adachi for years and looks where he is now, approved by his boyfriend's parents. "I want to share my life and have a future with him." Kurosawa to Adachi's family.

One of the best things from this movie is that Adachi leveled up his game. After losing his ability to read minds, he became too real about his feelings and showed more affection to Kurosawa. I super love his lines to Kurosawa, "When you're weak, I'll be strong." Yes! Someone like Kurosawa needed these kinds of words to hear, especially coming from the apple of his eye. Congratulations to both of you for winning the approval of Kurosawa's family too.

The engagement at the ocean was a growth for them, from Kurosawa offering a matchy pen before to now that both of them wear an engagement ring, I am just so happy. And here we go, the finale that all of us want to happen, our KuroDachi is officially a married couple. The matching wedding suits are looking so great on them. This special moment literally bought continuous happy tears from my eyes. The look of everyone who is so important to them when the two walked down the stairs was just so heartwarming.

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! has always reserved space for my heart even after how many years will pass by. The nostalgic vibes I felt from watching this movie brought me back to when I was so patient in waiting for each episode to air during their release. The original version is so great too, the manga has more scenes from the couple and I am recommending it to many as well. I guess I already said all the things that I wanted to write in this review after watching the movie. One thing is for sure, the cast, the story, and the characters, are always living gratefully in my heart! I love you all and I am wishing for absolute pure happiness in life.

Sincerely,
An avid fan that magically changes his world from your healing love story.

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This is the kind of sequel from a BL that I like. Not much drama, a lot of lovey-dovey scenes, even if the plot isn't so great (which a lot of sequels or continuations are known for). These continuations are fundamentally for fan service – just so the fans have a satisfying overall quench from a great series.

Not a lot of people would like this if they aren't fans of the couple. Because this was probably mainly done for the supporters of the fandom.

These are the kinds of BL movies that I like. They may be not as unique nor full of twists and turns but just feel good, cute scenes and satisfying endings.

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Una continuación que vale la pena.

¡Hola, gente hermosa! Hoy toca hablarles de otra película en esta cuenta, pero no de cualquier película, sino del cierre (?) de Cherry Magic, aka, el mejor BL que existe.

Para resumir esta trama y no spoilearles nada innecesario, tienen que saber que Adachi y Kurosawa ahora son una pareja, pero su relación termina siendo puesta a prueba cuando a Adachi le ofrecen ir a trabajar a otra ciudad...

Cherry Magic es amor, Cherry Magic es magia, Cherry Magic es fangirleo asegurado... Podría hacerles una lista entera de razones por las que creo que la serie es una maravilla que todos deberían ver, pero... ¿Qué pasa con la película? Bueno, digamos que la película es un gran cierre para esta historia, pero en cuanto a lo que me generó, no hay punto de comparación con el dorama.

El feeling de esta continuación es bastante diferente. Digamos que la cosa se puso más "seria", cosa que no necesariamente es algo malo, pero por ahí leí a alguien decir que parte de la "magia" se perdió y creo que esa es la mejor forma de definir lo que sentí al ver esta película.

A ver, no se tomen lo que dije como algo súper negativo, please, este cierre me gustó mucho: los personajes siguen siendo hermosos (Kurosawa es y siempre será el hombre definitivo, Adachi es muy simpático y relatable, los personajes secundarios son todo lo que está bien...), la trama se desarrolla de forma lógica y no agrega conflictos innecesarios, el final me pareció muy bueno, etc. Lo que pasa es que el ritmo se siente diferente, y por eso también creo que hacer una película y no una segunda temporada con la misma historia fue la desición correcta.

Igual, algo que le aplaudo un montón a esta nueva trama es que tocó algunos temas que se esquivaron un poco en el dorama (sobre todo en lo referente a las familias de los protas).

En definitiva, no creo que la película fuera innecesaria, me dejó muy conforme y fui feliz al reencontrarme con estos personajes a los que amo. Eso sí, la serie la volvería a ver mil veces, la peli no sé si es algo que volvería a visitar seguido, pero sí la recomiendo un montón y creo que vale muchísimo la pena verla.

•IG DE RESEÑAS CORTAS: @altoplottwist

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DIGNA CONTINUACIÓN DE LA SERIE

Muy probablemente, si habeis llegado hasta aquí, os habreis visto la serie y ahora os disponeis a ver la película. Si no la habeis visto aún, miradla antes. Es cierto que la trama se puede seguir perfectamente, porque es sencilla, pero gana muchos puntos después de haber visto la serie.

La película vista objetivamente, sin tener en cuenta la serie, tiene una trama sencilla, bastante lineal, y tiene menos encanto que la serie PERO, como secuela si que funciona. Estamos acostumbrados a finales felices y abiertos en los que los protas se quieren, y aquí es donde la película empieza, justo al final de la serie. Nos encontramos ante una serie bastante intensa y empalagosa, y la pelicula se ve que ha buscado darle un cierre a los personajes.

El ritmo de la película es muy japones: contemplativa, lenta, sobre todo la primera mitad, en la cual la trama nos sirve como empujón para llegar a la trama final. Es cierto que después de tantisima dulcura, nos encontramos con dos personajes igualmente lindos y que se aman con locura, pero con un amor más real y con pespectiva.

En resumen, está bien la película, pero menos bien que la serie

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One of my most favorite series

This series has been such a joy to watch. From the cinematography, casting, and the story itself, so much effort has been put into making this. One of the best BLs ever, that unlike most of the genre, focuses on a healthy relationship. Furthermore, I appreciate how the characters were never pressured into physical intimacy. There is not a lot of kissing scenes but it just further portrays how deep their love is. Kurosawa and Adachi will forever remain in my heart with their fluffy romance. Thank you to the actors Keita Machida and Eiji Akaso for making this series come to life!

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A welcome end to a beloved series

With eager anticipation from devoted fans, the long-awaited movie that continues the beloved series has finally arrived, and it delivers on many fronts. Seamlessly picking up where the series left off, the film provides a satisfying extension to the story of Kurosawa and Adachi, capturing the essence of their unique relationship and the challenges they face. It truly serves as a welcome addition to the series that fans have grown to adore.

The narrative starts with Kurosawa and Adachi happily together, planning their future after the series' memorable finale, where they overcame Adachi's fear of losing Kurosawa without his magical powers. However, their harmonious existence takes an unexpected turn when Adachi receives news of his transfer to another office. Skepticism arises, but with Kurosawa's unwavering support and encouragement, Adachi musters the courage to make a life-altering decision. The movie predominantly revolves around the pivotal choices these two characters must make together, not only to sustain their relationship but also to propel it forward.

The film's greatest strength lies in the remarkable portrayal of the two main characters by their respective actors. Akaso Eiji flawlessly captures Adachi's timidness and lack of self-assurance, allowing viewers to empathize with his journey of personal growth and self-discovery. Throughout the movie, we witness Adachi gradually stepping out of his shell and developing into a more confident individual, demonstrating authentic character development. Machida Keita's portrayal of Kurosawa is equally captivating, showcasing his charm and handsomeness while also highlighting his deepening love for Adachi. As Kurosawa embraces vulnerability and Adachi expresses his emotions more openly, we witness the genuine growth of their relationship.

While the storyline may not break new ground, the exceptional performances by the actors elevate the movie and make it a worthy continuation of the series. Akaso Eiji and Machida Keita breathe life into their characters, infusing them with depth, nuance, and undeniable chemistry. It is through their heartfelt performances that the movie shines, capturing the hearts of viewers and allowing them to witness the genuine evolution of a relationship.

In conclusion, for those who have enjoyed the series, this movie serves as a fitting and much-anticipated conclusion. It is a heartwarming journey that showcases the exceptional talents of the actors and portrays the authentic growth of a relationship. Whether you were captivated by the series' charm or drawn to the characters' endearing dynamics, this film is a must-watch, as it provides closure and continues to tug at the heartstrings of fans. Prepare to be moved by the exceptional performances and be reminded once again of the power of love and personal growth.

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I loved it....

After completing the Japanese series I came here to watch some recommendations and suddely I saw this. This is amazing I've never thought that they'll do a continuation for the series. I'm in love with this movie. and specially I didn't expect the ending like that. I'm not going to spoil anyone here in that case I'll just say that as the ending scene.

I literally loved the whole story plot. It's cute, fresh and heart touching. When I was watching the last scene I was like smiling and blushing and I literally felt butterflies because th way that Kurosawa take care of his Adachi. " when you're weak I'll be strong for you and when I'm weak I need your helping hand " that's one of the greatest line I've ever heard in a bl after a long time.

I literally loved the whole movie and I didn't felt the time passing by. This is a must watch movie after you watch the series.
( This literally made my standars go even high and I swear to god Kurosawa is literally a walking green flag )

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Una continuación que vale la pena

Esta película es una continuación de la serie Cherry Magic y nos cuanta cual ha sido todo el proceso para que adachi pierda sus poderes y hagan presentación de su relación a todos sus seres queridos y terminado con ellos casándose.

Increíblemente esta continuación vale muchísimo la pena, esta película en lo personal me gusto mas que la misma serie, y ojo la serie es linda, pero en esta película pude sentir una mejor conexión entre los personajes y sin duda alguna un mejor desarrollo de estos. En mis anteriores reseñas siempre lo dije, faltaba desarrollo en los personajes y la verdad es que en esta película me lo dieron.

Es disfrutare y vale mucho la pena verla, no pensé que esta película fuera a gustarme mas incluso que la misma serie, siento que todo lo que he visto de ellos vale la pena para poder disfrutar de esta película. Obvio no todo es perfecto, hay momentos que creo que sobran en la película, pero en general es una gran película que no aportan mas que minutos de duración, pero en general no tengo quejas.

Si aun no han visto la serie, véanla para que así vengan a ver la película, aunque la película te da un pequeño resumen de lo que pasa en la serie, sin duda se entenderá mucho mejor si vez la serie y luego vienes a ver la peli.

Sobre la actuación: la han mejorado muchísimo, se siente una evolución en ambas parejas y transmiten mas confianza en sus personajes, eso me gusto mucho. ademas que siento que hubo un gran desarrollo de personajes en la película, mas que en la misma serie.

La music siempre es divina y quejas no tengo, el OST es bueno y va siempre acorde con las escenas.

La volveria. a ver? pues claro, creo que mas fácil me vuelvo a ver la película que la serie, se disfruta mas que la serie, a todo el que pueda que la vea no se va arrepentir.

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FINALLY Found this movie

I loved the series and searched high and low for the movie for 2 years. Finally found it here: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x8fv01n

There must be some law in Japan that men can't kiss on screen, so if you're hoping for one here, it never happens. Like most movies in the BL genre, it exists in this twilight zone between gay and straight romance. Well, here's an idea: skip the romance and just make it a platonic bromance. And that is, indeed what we have here, despite the wedding and exchaging rings and all that. Audiences find simulated intimate scenes, whether gay or straight, too cringeworthy to watch, and we are spared any of that here. However, as this is a Japanese drama, why not send them to an onsen to establish some level of intimacy besides sleeping together. The film sort of putters along for nearly two hours without much visual excitement.

Akaso Eiji is cute but his character arc should have overcome his constant state of gay panic. Or maybe he just isn't up to the task as an actor? Machida Keita, on the other hand, gives a wonderfully subtle and nuanced performance. I've seen these two together on TV shows and they have great chemistry together in real life, but that seems to have been lost in the direction here. I think with straight actors who are too squeamish to kiss another guy, it's best to write out all of the gay subtext and tell them they're in a buddy movie.

I really wish I could have given this a 10 across the board but it's sort of like that feeling you get when you're desperately tring to breathe and you can't satisfy yourself with the feeling of a full breath.

Well, there's a Filipino version of this, so I'll seek that one out to see if they got more creative with it.

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