Lonely Castle in the Mirror

Lonely Castle in the Mirror

You don't have to be alone anymore.

Directed by Keiichi Hara

Produced by Shochiku, A-1 Pictures

2022116 min7.1 / 10

A mysterious fantasy about isolated teens drawn into a magical castle where they must uncover their hidden connections while navigating danger and learning to trust one another.

Shy outcast Kokoro has been avoiding school for weeks when she discovers a portal in her bedroom mirror. She reaches through and finds herself transported to an enchanting castle where she is joined by six other students. When a girl in a wolf mask explains that they have been invited to play a game, the teens must work together to uncover the mysterious connection that unites them. However, anyone who breaks the rules will be eaten by a wolf.

Questions people ask

  • Is Lonely Castle in the Mirror sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.

  • Does Lonely Castle in the Mirror end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.

  • Is Lonely Castle in the Mirror easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is Lonely Castle in the Mirror violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is Lonely Castle in the Mirror scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

These describe how the film comes across, measured across the whole film and compared with other well-known films. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked scene by scene, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.

61/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity94

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise27

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love72

How much audiences actually like it

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Like Lonely Castle in the Mirror

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Same Mood as Lonely Castle in the Mirror

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Lonely Castle in the Mirror, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Lonely Castle in the Mirror, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Lonely Castle in the Mirror, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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