Psychic School Wars

2012 1h 50m JA

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6.5

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★6.5TMDB · 49

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Synopsis

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It's a new school year at the local Junior High School i Kamakura. The school year starts off with a new transfer student Ryoichi Kyogoku who joins the 8th grade class. He has been ordered to join the school, and use his special gift of telepathy and take over their school. This boy who happens to be handsome, and be a charismatic person, gains popularity, and using his powers takes over the entire school, except for Seki. This begins a war to regain their freedom for their school and themselves.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Kana Hanazawa
Kahori (voice)
Daisuke Ono
Kyougoku (voice)
Yutaro Honjo
Kenji (voice)
Mayu Watanabe
Natsuki Suzuura (voice)
Taira Kikumoto
Daito Amano (voice)
Ryohei Kimura
Yuu Jinno (voice)
Kanae Itou
Saori Endou (voice)

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Ryosuke Nakamura
Writers: Ryosuke Nakamura, Yuko Naito
Languages: Japanese
Countries: Japan

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ERA

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Released 14 years ago.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Ryosuke Nakamura, shot by Shinichi Igarashi. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Shusei Murai. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Aya Hida shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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CAST

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Kana Hanazawa and Daisuke Ono and Yutaro Honjo carry the top of the cast.

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt2399537 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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7 / 7

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Only 49 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Ryosuke Nakamura directs. Shinichi Igarashi behind the camera. Shusei Murai scores. Aya Hida cuts. Produced in Japan. Dialogue in Japanese.

Trivia

Things worth knowing

1Released 14 years ago.
2Directed by Ryosuke Nakamura, shot by Shinichi Igarashi. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
3Original score by Shusei Murai. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
4Editor Aya Hida shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
5Kana Hanazawa and Daisuke Ono and Yutaro Honjo carry the top of the cast.
6IMDB entry: tt2399537 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
7Only 49 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.
8Classified under 12 themes, including "based on novel or book", "love triangle", "romance", "coming of age".

The technical file

Cinematography: Shinichi Igarashi
Original score: Shusei Murai
Editing: Aya Hida
Runtime: 110 min · 1h 50m
Status: Released
Original language: JA
Certification (US): PG
IMDB: Psychic School Wars (2012)

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What people are saying

Alunauwie2025-09-12
★ 7/10
This film is adapted from the sci-fi novel Nerawareta Gakuen by Taku Mayumura, originally published in 1973 and adapted multiple times into TV and live-action formats. The futuristic themes of time travel and a transformed Earth are impressive considering the novel’s early origin. Visually and audibly, the film is a treat, with stunning animation, detailed backgrounds, and well-matched sound design. However, character development is uneven. While the main characters show distinct personalities, their reactions and emotions often feel exaggerated and unnatural. Seki’s role as the protagonist is underdeveloped and overshadowed by Ryoichi, making his sudden growth confusing. There are plot gaps—particularly the unexplained incident with Yamagiwa, which triggered strict school rules and influenced key events. The characters are supposed to be middle schoolers, yet their appearance and romantic scenes feel more suited for older teens. Despite these flaws, the film offers a lesson on empathy and communication: understanding others begins with open, honest expression. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)

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