*Melancholy* offers a thought-provoking psychological drama that reimagines the Cinderella archetype to explore trauma, family, and the fragile pursuit of an ideal life through subtle storytelling and strong character development. While its unsettling perspective and unconventional ending may not resonate with every viewer, the natural performances, meaningful symbolism, and carefully crafted details leave a lasting emotional impact. Overall, it is a quietly powerful film that is worth watching for those who appreciate reflective, character-driven dramas. BY ALUNAUWIE
Fukuura Koharu works at a child welfare office and plunges into despair overnight. Then she meets Daigo, a private-practice doctor raising his 8-year-old daughter on his own. She resolves to build a happy household, but things don't go as expected.
Quick Stats
6.6
TMDB Rating
11
Votes
1h 54m
Runtime
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Budget
$421K
Box Office
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Key Crew
DirectorRyohei Watanabe
WriterRyohei Watanabe
CinematographyAkiyoshi Yoshida
ComposerYoshitaka Fujimoto
EditorNorihiro Iwama
Production DesignTomohiro Iwamoto
Produced by
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Critics & Reviews
1 featuredCast
Tao Tsuchiya
Koharu Fukuura
Kei Tanaka
Daigo Izumisawa
C
Coco
Hikari Izumisawa
Ryo Ishibashi
Masaaki Fukuura
Anna Yamada
Chinatsu Fukuura
Gin Pun Chou
Michiyo Izumisawa
Bokuzo Masana
Kameoka
Wako Ando
Koharu's Friend
Miho Kanazawa
Shino
Yasuhi Nakamura
Go Aoyagi
Atomu Mizuishi
Hiromu
K
Kumi Hyodo
Koharu's Senior
Aya Ayano
Reina
Shion Nakamaru
Homeroom Teacher
Shin Shimizu
Principal
