Kiss of the Rabbit God (2019) User Reviews

great visuals, production, mysterious story

[ekeby · 8/10 · 10 October 2020]

Short films rarely leave me feeling satisfied. I'm not sure this one did either, but not because I felt it was inferior. In fact, as soon as I finished it I was so impressed I watched it again.

The title refers to a Chinese myth (Qing dynasty) that tells the origins of the Rabbit God. It is set in the mind, presumably, of a guy (Matt) who works in a Chinese restaurant, a young man who is leading a decidedly unglamorous life. At some point a customer comes in and introduces himself as Shen. He is an interesting guy with a distinctive look. Glances and a little dialog are exchanged. Later, as the restaurant is being closed for the night, Shen appears outside. Matt invites him in for a hookup.

Simple, right? Nope. Shen might be an incarnation of the Rabbit God. He will change Matt's life. How that is done is open to interpretation. I am not quite sure how I interpret it but I'm also not sure that it matters.

This story is told with a lot of style and mystery. It's very filmic and uses the medium fully to reveal the tale. The film itself mixes exoticism with the ordinary. The effect is memorable.

This is a film worth seeing. And then seeing again. As with the cliche of a Chinese meal, after you finish it you will want more.

Pretty, but simple

[blazejgron · 8/10 · 22 January 2023]

Kind of simple story, based on Chinese myth, but in th present days. Sounds cliche, but the realisation is really appealing, and seems fresh. Nothing is said directly and it creates space to personal interpretation based on anyones view. Some scenes can seem pretty not subtle, but the dreamy manner of whole story makes them look misterious and charming.

The best part is still the technical part. Every picture taken seems thoughtful and well composed to create an complete piece, even though the montage can seem a bit chaotic sometimes.

Overall, it's worth watching because of its own original, dreamy atmosphere.

not comfortable

[Kirpianuscus · 6 October 2019]

...but well crafted. Reminding the lines of the old mythologies , it represents the meet between a man, worker in a pub , and a god. Sensuality , pure erotism, fascinating dance, seductive story. A film homoerotic, off course. But , in essence, at the three or five view, you discover a splendid craft and high care to explore each detail. So, a not comfortable film. But a real good one.