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In the quirky romantic comedy The Hardness of Avocado, released in 2019, we follow the misadventures of Mizuki Maehara, a somewhat hapless actor grappling with the aftermath of a sudden breakup with his long-time girlfriend, Midori Shimizu. With his heart still tethered to their five-year relationship, Mizuki embarks on a month-long quest to win her back before his 25th birthday. Armed with an eclectic mix of advice from friends and a stubborn sense of hope, he navigates a series of increasingly absurd situations, each more comical than the last, in a bid to rekindle their romance.
The film cleverly juxtaposes the lightheartedness of Mizuki's antics with deeper themes of love, obsession, and the often-delicate balance between desire and reality. As he waits for Midori to reach out, Mizuki finds himself in a whirlwind of introspection, revealing both his vulnerabilities and the lengths one might go to for love. With its charming cast and a narrative that oscillates between laugh-out-loud moments and heartfelt reflections, The Hardness of Avocado offers a refreshing take on modern relationships, inviting viewers to ponder what truly makes love worth fighting for. If you're in the mood for a film that blends humor with a touch of romance, this delightful story might just hit the right note.