Xxxholic Movie : Manatsu no Yoru no Yume (A Midsummer Night's Dream) Anime Review!

Type :- Movie

Episodes :- 1

Status :- Finished

Genres :- Comedy, Drama, Mystery, Supernatural

Rating :- 13+

Language :- English Dubbed

Synopsis :-

Summer break has arrived, but Kimihiro Watanuki continues working at Yuuko's shop while his classmates relax. With Yuuko's help, his encounters with spirits lessen, and he repays her by assisting with chores.

However, a new problem arises when Yuuko receives an invitation to a mansion seeking her aid. Watanuki, Yuuko, and Shizuka Doumeki venture to the peculiar mansion, meeting others who received similar invitations.

As collectors of unique items, they gather with hopes of expanding their collections. Yet, as the collectors vanish one by one, Watanuki and his friends must unravel the mystery to escape danger's grasp.

The Review:-

This movie was thoroughly enjoyable, as much as the anime itself. I've watched it at least twice and would definitely watch it again.

In this movie, a lady approaches Yuuko, hoping she can help her get into her house. That same day, Yuuko receives an invitation to the same residence, with the prospect of expanding her collection. Yuuko invites Watanuki and Doumeki to join her, and upon arrival, they realize things are not as they seem. The movie follows the group as they try to figure out what's going on.

I really enjoyed this movie; it captured the authentic feel, humor, gags, and creepiness that Xxxholic is known for. The progression of events is well-done; although the lady at the beginning seems unrelated to the mansion's journey, it all ties in satisfyingly by the end.

One of my favorite scenes was when Watanuki and the gang were seated at the dinner table with the other collectors, showing their gluttony in devouring the meal. It was unsettling how quickly they devoured the food, and Yuuko's explanation about their greed made it even scarier.

There was no opening for this movie, but the ending, while not as impactful, still gives you the feeling of watching a Xxxholic episode.

Overall, I enjoyed this movie a lot and may even watch it again. If you're looking for laughs and a bit of spook, this is a good one. Also, the English dub, being an older anime, is superb, so be sure to check it out.

We're giving Xxxholic: A Midsummer Night's Dream the rating of 8 out of 10!

Is There A Manga? :-

As far as I can see for this specific movie there is no particular manga series for it.

Stay tuned for the Openings and Endings !

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"Sanagi ~theme from HOLiC the movie~" by Suga Shikao