Shiino Tomoyo has stood by her friend Mariko through years of abuse, abandonment, and depression. However horrific her circumstances, their friendship has been the one reassuring constant in Mariko’s life—and Tomoyo’s too. That is, until Tomoyo is utterly blindsided by news of Mariko’s death. In life, Tomoyo felt powerless to help her best friend out of the darkness that ultimately drove her over the edge. Now, Tomoyo is determined to liberate Mariko’s ashes for one final journey together to set free her dear, broken Mariko. (Source: MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the manga series "My Broken Mariko” (マイ・ブロークン・マリコ) by Hirako Waka (平庫ワカ). Edit Translation
- English
- magyar / magyar nyelv
- עברית / עִבְרִית
- dansk
- Native Title: マイ・ブロークン・マリコ
- Also Known As: Mai Burokun Mariko
- Screenwriter & Director: Tanada Yuki
- Screenwriter: Mukai Kosuke
- Genres: Psychological, Drama
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Cast & Credits
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![Nagano Mei in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)]( "Nagano Mei in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)")
Nagano MeiShiino TomoyoMain Role -
![Nao in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)]( "Nao in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)")
NaoIkagawa MarikoSupport Role -
![Kubota Masataka in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)]( "Kubota Masataka in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)")
Kubota MasatakaMakioSupport Role -
![Omi Toshinori in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)]( "Omi Toshinori in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)")
Omi Toshinori[Mariko's father]Support Role -
![Yoshida Yoh in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)]( "Yoshida Yoh in My Broken Mariko Japanese Movie (2022)")
Yoshida YohTamura KyokoSupport Role
Reviews
heartbreaking, yet beautiful
This has to be one of the most underrated films of 2022.The director, Tanada Yuki, did a fantastic job portraying the ups and downs of life through gorgeous scenery and profound dialogue. At times, the pacing felt a bit slow, and some of the scenes seemed to drag slightly, but it did an effective job of creating an emotional experience for the viewer. This film touches on issues of mental illness, various forms of familial and relationship abuse, and toxic work culture. Certain scenes contained heart-wrenching and quite graphic depictions of self-harm and abuse, so be forewarned. The slower paced scenes ultimately allowed the viewer to reflect on the serious issues presented in this film. This movie is relatively short, and the plot isn't that complicated, but everything about it is impactful.
What makes this film amazing is the acting. Nagano Mei truly become the character of Shiino Tomoyo. I could feel her anguish, frustration, and helplessness through the screen. Her character felt like an anchor for the viewer to hold onto. Her reactions felt very real, in the face of tremendous heartbreak and anger. All the characters had fantastic line delivery, but Nagano definitely owned this movie.
Even though this film is incredibly sad, there are elements of humor sprinkled throughout. It felt very real, as life is filled with beauty, tragedy, and comedy. I can't emphasize enough how gorgeous this film is. It's definitely an emotional roller coaster, so prepare tissues!
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might be triggering...
My Broken Mariko is a visually stunning Japanese film that explores complex themes like mental health, grief, and redemption. The story follows Tomoyo as she travels across Japan to deliver the ashes of her best friend, Mariko, amidst the struggles of her painful past.Through the visually striking imagery and outstanding performances, the audience is transported into Tomoyo's emotionally-charged world.
The music is thoughtfully composed and helps to create a vivid atmosphere, heightening the emotional impact of each scene.
Overall, My Broken Mariko is a journey of self-discovery and redemption that serves as a reminder of the human capacity for resilience and the importance of accepting help from others. The main reason why I can't give it a higher rating is because it has a low rewatch value because of triggering themes.
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