A Story of Yonosuke
Directed by Shuichi Okita
Produced by Kirishima 1945, Nikkatsu Corporation
A warm, nostalgic coming-of-age story set in 1980s Tokyo that follows an ordinary young man navigating university, relationships, and self-discovery during Japan's economic boom.
The year is 1987 and Japan is just reaching the peak of its economic success. Eighteen-year old Yonosuke Yokomichi arrives in Tokyo from Nagasaki. Ordinary in every way possible, he lives in a suburb far from the excitement of the big city and commutes to a university in the center of Tokyo.
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Is A Story of Yonosuke violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is A Story of Yonosuke easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.
Is A Story of Yonosuke scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Does A Story of Yonosuke end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is A Story of Yonosuke sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like A Story of Yonosuke
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as A Story of Yonosuke
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like A Story of Yonosuke, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like A Story of Yonosuke, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like A Story of Yonosuke, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
