The Night Is Short, Walk On Girl
GKIDS | Release Date: August 21, 2018 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
65
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 7 Critic Reviews
Positive:
5
Mixed:
2
Negative:
0
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Paste MagazineAndrew CrumpAug 21, 2018
Yuasa doesn’t care much for substance, so beyond the film’s surface charms there’s not much to hang onto. But those surface charms are substance enough. Colorful, madcap, and surprisingly sweet, The Night Is Short, Walk On Girl is the best nocturnal romp you never had, and a dizzying reignition of rom-com formula. Read full review
70
Film ThreatMatthew RoeOct 11, 2018
Almost emblematic of the nonsense and insanity that pervades university campus life, Night Is Short, Walk On Girl is a fun and entertaining ride, though its dissatisfying conclusion and weak ability to transition between ideas may leave audiences feeling a little underwhelmed. Read full review
70
Los Angeles TimesCharles SolomonAug 21, 2018
The film is alternately intriguing and frustrating. The visuals are often strikingly handsome and oddly funny. But the movements are stiff, the characters chatter endlessly, and the unnecessary songs bring the plot to a grinding halt. Read full review
70
Screen DailyKim NewmanAug 21, 2018
Winning and confusing in equal measure, this Japanese animated feature is likely to attract devout admirers but also baffle a significant number of viewers. Read full review
67
Austin ChronicleRichard WhittakerAug 22, 2018
Night Is Short doesn't make a lot of sense, but then it's not supposed to. It's a series of crazy scenes with a daffy logic all to itself, and it is endlessly and effortlessly charming. Read full review
60
The GuardianPeter BradshawAug 21, 2018
It is romantic and hallucinogenic, with an edge of softcore erotic sleaze. Read full review
60
Total FilmStephen KellyAug 21, 2018
The farce is infectiously fun and visually joyous. Read full review
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