Lonely Castle in the Mirror

A gentle, melancholy fantasy that slowly reveals its emotional depths, mixing wonder with quiet pain and a sense of hope.

Directed by

Keiichi Hara

Genres

Animation, Drama, Mystery

Starring

Ami Touma, Takumi Kitamura, Sakura Kiryu

Tagline

You don't have to be alone anymore.

Overview

Shy outcast Kokoro has been avoiding school for weeks when she discovers a portal in her bedroom mirror. She reaches through and finds herself transported to an enchanting castle where she is joined by six other students. When a girl in a wolf mask explains that they have been invited to play a game, the teens must work together to uncover the mysterious connection that unites them. However, anyone who breaks the rules will be eaten by a wolf.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm, eerie and earnest. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Isolation, friendship, trauma, healing

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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