One in a Hundred Thousand
Rino Sakuragi (Yuna Taira) is a high school student. She is good friends with Ren Kiritani (Alan Shirahama) who attends the same high school. They have been close since their middle school days. Rino holds special feelings for Ren Kiritani, but she is unable to tell him how she feels because he is popular. One day, Ren confesses to Rino that he likes her. They begin to date and enjoy their time together, but Rino is diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).
Details
Release Date: 11/27/2020
Runtime: 112 minutes
Languages: Japanese
Director: Koichiro Miki
00Production
Companies: Media Pulpo, Kazumo, Kansai Television, Nihon Eiga Broadcasting Corp., Pony Canyon, SUNRISE PROMOTION TOKYO, Kakao piccoma
Countries: Japan
Where to watch · US
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Alunauwie
One in A Hundred Thousand is a romantic drama adapted from Kaho Miyasaka’s manga, focusing on a girl diagnosed with ALS and her emotional journey with Ren, the boy who loves her. While the film delivers a neatly structured narrative and strong performances, it leans more on Ren’s perspective than exploring the depth of the illness like One Litre of Tears. With moving music, well-composed shots, and a heartwarming ending, this film offers a touching portrayal of unconditional love and quiet strength. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)
