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River (2023)

"Another "two minutes""

6.920231h 26mJA
ComedyScience FictionFantasy

Directed by Junta Yamaguchi

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 26m

Language

JA

Release

June 23, 2023

Director

Junta Yamaguchi

Official Trailer

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Overview

The one-hundred-year-old Fujiya inn stands in the quiet region of Kyoto. Mikoto is standing in front of the Kibune river at the back of the building when she is called back to work. But two minutes later, she finds herself back at the river again. The whole inn seems to be stuck in a time loop!

Cast

Riko Fujitani

Riko Fujitani

Mikoto

Yuki Torigoe

Yuki Torigoe

Taku

Munenori Nagano

Munenori Nagano

Head Clerk

Takashi Sumita

Takashi Sumita

Head Chef

Masashi Suwa

Masashi Suwa

Nomiya

Gota Ishida

Gota Ishida

Kusumi

Haruki Nakagawa

Haruki Nakagawa

Sugiyama

Kazunari Tosa

Kazunari Tosa

Hunter

Shiori Kubo

Shiori Kubo

Hisame

Yoshimasa Kondo

Yoshimasa Kondo

Obata

Manami Honjo

Manami Honjo

Kimi

Saori

Saori

Chino

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into River (2023), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The one-hundred-year-old Fujiya inn stands in the quiet region of Kyoto. Mikoto is standing in front of the Kibune river at the back of the building when she is called back to work. But two minutes later, she finds herself back at the river again. The whole inn seems to be stuck in a time loop!

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of River. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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