I was well prepared to see this movie: I had watched many Japanese dramas to get used to Japanese acting; but I wasn't prepared for this. The story is far too messy and I didn't see the purpose of many elements during the film. For instance, the punk girl in the music store: they "introduced" her just to make her kiss the protagonist and then she's gone forever. And the cheating is no big deal: "Yeah, I love you so please don't do that again, okay?". What was the point of this character?! Also,the fact that her parents were gay was the pitch of the movie. But it has no influence whatsoever. The whole thing is kind of forgotten for the rest of the movie and the girls keep going on their lives. Again, what was that for?Since I voted just below the average, I must say that I liked the acting and the soundtrack was pretty good, but the story stays an obstacle for me and I probably won't watch it again

(I'm a little paranoid about that "unmarked spoiler" warning that goes on comments, so I _always_ mark spoilers, but I'm actually trying to keep them out of this review) This is a very nice film that certainly left me with a smile on my face. This is the story of the (almost) irrepressibly bubbly Ichiko and her seemingly-older, more staid girlfriend Eri. There's no denying that they make a cute couple - if they didn't, they wouldn't be on the poster. Ichiko's friend Take, a gay man her own age, is another main character, though he has far less joie de vivre than does Ichiko. One of the main aspects of the movie is the reaction the respective fathers of Ichiko and Eri have to their relationship. Ichiko's father is understanding, and even goes so far as to unveil a personal secret that, in a bit of a roundabout way, makes father and daughter all the closer. Eri's father, however, is not just a homophobe but a misogynist, and how she deals with him is also a major story thread.While there isn't a whole heck of a lot as far as actual dramatic conflict (the reason it fell to 8/10 for me), this little snapshot of life for these young people is really enjoyable and really immersive. You can't help but get drawn in. The atmosphere is very lighthearted yet at the same time true-to-life. You almost forget you're reading subtitles in order to follow the dialogue. This, unlike basically all other foreign-made LGBT-themed films I've seen, could easily have an American adaptation made (I'd certainly pay to see it). And while the film definitely is gay/lesbian-themed, there's virtually no explicit content (so don't get it if you're hoping for a softcore porno). Ichiko and Eri are shown from behind, fully nude, while sitting in bed. They're in the bathtub together once. They do have sex in the final scene of the film, but it's tastefully shot and no naughty parts are shown (just nips).This is a story about being happy with the life you have, whatever it may be. And that's something everyone can relate to, and enjoy. I thoroughly recommend this film to anyone. It surprises me a little to learn it's based on a manga, something I've often derided in the past. Time to revisit that, maybe.

it focused on the relationship between the two girls. We get to know a ...Izumi Ichiko (Yoshii) is the Literary Arts major who works part-time at a local CD music store and also does English to Japanese translation work on the side. Her father (played by Ishida Ira) has himself recently "come out" and is dating a very much younger man much to Ichiko's shock. Her brooding partner Eri, comes from a conservative family and has ambitions about pursuing law. While she has had many relationships in the past (both male and female) she feels that her relationship with Ichiko is different and wants very much to keep it strong. if any one wants to know how is this movie............this is the best i will vote for. its simple and deals with a great theory of.........just be yourself no matter who u r ...what u r....where u r ..what u like. etc the girls is this movie has not acted but they lived themselves as the most passionate lesbian couples ever on earth................hats off from me to the whole crew members of the movie..........i just loved it the most,,,,,,,,,,,,,,i truly love u girls

Love My Life (2006), directed by Koji Kawano, is a Japanese film about the love between two young lesbian women. Asami Imajuku plays Eri, a gamin-like university student who is in love with the more sophisticated and mature Ichiko (Rei Yoshii).Naturally, the course of true love doesn't run true. The women have to deal with the sexism and homophobia of Japanese society. In addition, Ichiko is dependent on her father for the funds she needs to enter law school, and he is not charmed by Ichiko's lesbianism. Complications and crises prevent an easy, loving relationship to continue between the two women. The movie has a charming sweetness about it, but not much in the way of substance. The characters are likable and attractive, and the love scene between them is delicate and romantic. However, I was hoping for something more substantial, and this was not the movie in which to find it. The film will work well on DVD. We saw it in a theater as part of ImageOut--the Rochester NY Lesbian and Gay Film & Video Festival.