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Swing Girls
スウィングガールズ
2004 105 min Japan 12+
★7.6
Comedy, Music
Director: Shinobu Yaguchi
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Description
A group of delinquent high school girls form a band when they accidentally poison their school's brass band and have to replace them.
Worldwide:
$18.76M
Starring
Juri Ueno
Actor
Yûta Hiraoka
Actor
Shihori Kanjiya
Actor
Awards
11 wins & 2 nominations total
Key opinion
Swing Girls is a lighthearted and infectious musical comedy that celebrates youth, friendship, and the joy of discovery through jazz. Its blend of genuine humor, spirited performances, and an uplifting narrative makes it a widely enjoyed experience despite minor narrative naiveties.
| Score | The exuberant jazz-focused soundtrack effectively sparks audience enthusiasm and appreciation for the genre. | |
| Acting | The cast delivers natural and vibrant performances that anchor the film's charming, youth-centric energy. | |
| Humor | The film succeeds as a feel-good comedy, utilizing precise and genuinely funny humor to maintain a lighthearted tone. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay successfully balances a simple, uplifting coming-of-age story with a meaningful message about self-expression. | |
| Theme | Opinions are divided on the depth of the narrative; while some find the focus on music and friendship refreshing, others note a lack of romantic subplots and depth regarding teenage angst. |