
One Million Yen Girl
Directed by Yuki Tanada
Produced by Nikkatsu Corporation, Express
A melancholic coming-of-age portrait of a young woman seeking reinvention and escape through repetitive cycles of saving and relocation, grappling with shame, isolation, and the search for belonging.
A 21-year-old girl is released from prison, only to deal with the neighborhood gossip about her and family conflicts. She decides to save one million yen, move to where no one knows her and keep repeating the process.
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Is One Million Yen Girl sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Is One Million Yen Girl violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Does One Million Yen Girl end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is One Million Yen Girl scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is One Million Yen Girl easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like One Million Yen Girl
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as One Million Yen Girl
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like One Million Yen Girl, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like One Million Yen Girl, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like One Million Yen Girl, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































