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Parasite in Love

Parasite in Love (2021)

1h 40m | PG-13

⭐ 6.8 / 10

A man named Kengo Kosaka is germaphobe, Due to his disorder, he is also a lonely young man. Meanwhile, high school student Hijiri Sanagi has Ommatophobia. Both Kengo Kosaka and Hijiri Sanagi do not expect to find love with another person.

Director: Kensaku Kakimoto

Studio: KADOKAWA

Genre: Drama, Romance

Video: 720p

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Cast

Kento Hayashi

Kento Hayashi

as Kosaka Kengo

Nana Komatsu

Nana Komatsu

as Sanagi Hijiri

Arata Iura

Arata Iura

as Izumi

Ryo Ishibashi

Ryo Ishibashi

as Yuichi

Reviews

By Alunauwie

Parasite in Love, adapted from Koi Suru Kiseichu by Sugaru Miaki, delivers a unique blend of psychological drama and romance through the concept of mental illness caused by parasites. Strong performances from Nana Komatsu and Kento Hayashi effectively bring to life characters struggling with deep phobias, supported by well-executed visuals, music, and CGI. Although there are minor inconsistencies in character behavior, particularly concerning their phobias, the film remains compelling and emotionally resonant—ideal for those drawn to offbeat romantic tales with a hint of fantasy. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)