Dou kyu sei – Classmates
Sincerely, Slowly, Falling in Love.
Directed by Shoko Nakamura
Produced by A-1 Pictures, Aniplex
A tender, slice-of-life romance about two high school boys discovering connection through music and shared vulnerability.
Rihito Sajo, an honor student with a perfect score on the entrance exam and Hikaru Kusakabe, in a band and popular among girls, would have never crossed paths. Until one day they started talking at the practice for their school’s upcoming chorus festival. After school, the two meet regularly, as Hikaru helps Rihito to improve his singing skills. While they listen to each other’s voice and harmonize, their hearts start to beat together.
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Does Dou kyu sei – Classmates end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 99% of films.
Is Dou kyu sei – Classmates easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 98% of films.
Is Dou kyu sei – Classmates violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is Dou kyu sei – Classmates scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is Dou kyu sei – Classmates sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.
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