
The Lies She Loved
Directed by Kazuhito Nakae
Produced by TOHO, Nippan Group Holdings
A melancholic mystery-drama about betrayal and shattered trust, where a woman unravels the lies woven into her intimate relationship.
Yukari Kawahara works at a drink manufacturer. She works hard and achieves recognition for her work. Yukari Kawahara is dating research doctor Kippei Koide. They have lived together for 5 years. One day, Kippei Koide collapses from a brain hemorrhage. Yukari Kawahara soon learns that everything she knew about her boyfriend was a lie. She hires private detective Takumi Kaibara to investigate Kippei Koide.
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Is The Lies She Loved sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Is The Lies She Loved violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Does The Lies She Loved end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is The Lies She Loved scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is The Lies She Loved easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like The Lies She Loved
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Lies She Loved
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Lies She Loved, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Lies She Loved, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Lies She Loved, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

























































