biniBningPunkista's Weekend Movie Recommendation 1.1 Meiko is a recent college grad working as an office lady in a job she hates. Her boyfriend Naruo lives in her apartment because his part-time job as an animator doesn't pay enough to pay the rent. Furthermore, Naruo tentatively fronts a rock band that hasn't got out of the "practice" stage. One day, Meiko decides she has had enough with her office job and quits. When Naruo hears of her decision, he reacts with trepidation fearing their lack of income may put a crimp on his rock band hopes. Meiko does have enough money saved to live for a year without working and hopes to find herself during this time. Meiko would also like Naruo to become serious with his band. Without knowing what tomorrow will bring, can Meiko find happiness and will Naruo's band ever become more than a pipe dream? Edit Translation
- English
- Español
- magyar / magyar nyelv
- dansk
- Native Title: ソラニン
- Also Known As:
- Director: Miki Takahiro
- Screenwriter: Takahashi Izumi
- Genres: Music, Youth, Drama
Cast & Credits
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![Miyazaki Aoi in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)]( "Miyazaki Aoi in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)")
Miyazaki Aoi Main Role -
![Kora Kengo in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)]( "Kora Kengo in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)")
Kora Kengo Main Role -
![Kondo Yoichi in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)]( "Kondo Yoichi in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)")
Kondo YoichiKato Kenichi [Meiko & Naruo's best friend]Support Role -
![Kiritani Kenta in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)]( "Kiritani Kenta in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)")
Kiritani KentaYamada Jiro / Billy [Meiko & Naruo's best friend]Support Role -
![Ito Ayumi in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)]( "Ito Ayumi in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)")
Ito AyumiKotani Ai [Meiko & Naruo's best friend]Support Role -
![Iwata Sayuri in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)]( "Iwata Sayuri in Solanin Japanese Movie (2010)")
Iwata SayuriAyukawa Ritsuko [Kenichi's junior]Support Role
Reviews
I think I enjoyed Solanin because of the fact that I was able to read the manga in the first place and was able to appreciate it more due to the involvement of music. Seeing Aoi Miyazaki sing her heart out on the stage was quite amazing to watch. This was the first time I've ever seen her sing like that and a rock genre nonetheless. I just hope that wasn't a voice over or else I might tear my hair out because I find her singing really cool.
The pacing of the story was alright, it wasn't slow nor too fast, but you had to understand the dialogue to appreciate it for what it is. There is so much meaning to the title Solanin and the movie would explain it well. There were funny moments on simple actions and tear jerking moments in unexpected scenes.
One last thing I have to really comment on, they were able to produce Meiko's t-shirt from the manga for the Live Action movie. That one, I really liked because it meant that they were really going through with details. Do check out the manga drawing in parallel with the Movie cover and you'll understand what I mean.
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Although the story seems quite depressing there's a lot of positive emotions. The plot therefore may appeal to many young people on who are to start an adult life. It's also about the importance of friendships and relations with others.
Obviously it revolves around music - which was really well matched to the overall feeling of the movie. It is very raw and full of emotions those bad and good, longing and happiness.
A something to come back to, definitely.
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