Blessed with striking looks and sharp intelligence, high school girl Yoi is dubbed a ‘prince,’ yet she harbors complicated feelings about being treated as a ‘cool guy’ by fellow girls rather than boys. Then, another ‘prince,’ Kohaku, a senior with a dazzling presence, appears before her. Contrary to his seemingly frivolous impression, Kohaku pursues her with straightforward affection, and the two eventually begin dating. A live-action adaptation of the hit manga of the same name, In the Clear Moonlit Dusk captivates audiences with the perfect chemistry between Michieda Shunsuke and Anzai Seira, who look as though they stepped right off the pages of the comic. The film refreshingly captures the emotional nuances of youth from lingering insecurities and envy of others to moments of petty jealousy. It is a sweet, poignant first-love story of two ‘princes’ who look into each other’s true selves and finally find the courage to shine as they truly are. (Karen PARK)