The Cinderella Addiction
Fukuura Koharu works at a child welfare office and plunges into despair overnight. Then she meets Daigo, a private-practice doctor raising his 8-year-old daughter on his own. She resolves to build a happy household, but things don't go as expected.
Status
Released
Original Language
JA
Budget
—
Revenue
$421,202
Release Date
February 5, 2021
Popularity
1
Director
Ryohei Watanabe
Writer
Ryohei Watanabe
Producer
Hideyuki Wakuta
Producer
Yuka Asano
Where to Watch
Cast
Tao Tsuchiya
Koharu Fukuura
Kei Tanaka
Daigo Izumisawa
Coco
Hikari Izumisawa
Ryo Ishibashi
Masaaki Fukuura
Anna Yamada
Chinatsu Fukuura
Gin Pun Chou
Michiyo Izumisawa
Bokuzo Masana
Kameoka
Wako Ando
Koharu's Friend
Miho Kanazawa
Shino
Yasuhi Nakamura
Go Aoyagi
Atomu Mizuishi
Hiromu
Kumi Hyodo
Koharu's Senior
Aya Ayano
Reina
Shion Nakamaru
Homeroom Teacher
Shin Shimizu
Principal
Keito Akutsu
Wataru Yokoyama
Shiori Nozawa
Kurumi Kobayashi
Takamatsu Saki
Young Koharu Fukuura
En Ikoma
Asuka Yamada
Miki Nishiura
Glasses Girl
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Reviews
Alunauwie
*Melancholy* offers a thought-provoking psychological drama that reimagines the Cinderella archetype to explore trauma, family, and the fragile pursuit of an ideal life through subtle storytelling and strong character development. While its unsettling perspective and unconventional ending may not resonate with every viewer, the natural performances, meaningful symbolism, and carefully crafted details leave a lasting emotional impact. Overall, it is a quietly powerful film that is worth watching for those who appreciate reflective, character-driven dramas. BY ALUNAUWIE
