Orange

"If I had known what would happen, I would have done things differently. I would have stayed by your side"

2015 2h 19m JA

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7.3

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★7.3TMDB · 112

Drama

Synopsis

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A girl mysteriously receives advice from her future self and as a result her group of friends, along with a newly arrived, troubled classmate, learn how to be better friends and a better community.

“If I had known what would happen, I would have done things differently. I would have stayed by your side”

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Cast

Tao Tsuchiya
Naho Takamiya
Kento Yamazaki
Kakeru Naruse
Ryo Ryusei
Hiroto Suwa
Hirona Yamazaki
Takako Chino
Dori Sakurada
Saku Hagita
Kurumi Shimizu
Azusa Murasaka
Shingo Tsurumi
Koji Nakano
Erina Mano
Rio Ueda

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Kojiro Hashimoto
Writers: Arisa Kaneko
Languages: Japanese
Countries: Japan

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ERA

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Released 11 years ago.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Kojiro Hashimoto, shot by Atsuhiro Nabeshima. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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3 / 7

DIRECTOR

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

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4 / 7

DIRECTOR

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

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5 / 7

CAST

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Tao Tsuchiya and Kento Yamazaki and Ryo Ryusei carry the top of the cast.

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FACT

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Marketing tagline: "If I had known what would happen, I would have done things differently. I would have stayed by your side".

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7 / 7

WILD

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IMDB entry: tt4636298 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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The take

Kojiro Hashimoto directs. Atsuhiro Nabeshima behind the camera. Yoshihide Otomo scores. Ryuichi Takita cuts. Produced in Japan. Dialogue in Japanese.

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1Released 11 years ago.
2Directed by Kojiro Hashimoto, shot by Atsuhiro Nabeshima. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
3Original score by Yoshihide Otomo. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
4Editor Ryuichi Takita shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
5Tao Tsuchiya and Kento Yamazaki and Ryo Ryusei carry the top of the cast.
6Marketing tagline: "If I had known what would happen, I would have done things differently. I would have stayed by your side".
7IMDB entry: tt4636298 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

The technical file

Cinematography: Atsuhiro Nabeshima
Original score: Yoshihide Otomo
Editing: Ryuichi Takita
Runtime: 139 min · 2h 19m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Box office: $282
Original language: JA
Certification (US): G
IMDB: Orange (2015)

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Alunauwie2025-09-12
★ 8/10
This fantasy drama film adapts the manga Orange by Ichigo Takano, focusing on themes of love and friendship, though with notable differences in plot details and scenes. Fans of the manga often feel the original story offers a more believable and emotionally rich experience, especially in key moments like receiving the letter or depicting the deep sorrow over Kakeru's fate. While some important emotional scenes were cut, the film's narrative remains clear and easy to follow. The performances by Kento Yamazaki and Tao Tsuchiya stand out, earning them newcomer awards in 2016, with natural acting that enhances the story's emotional impact despite some critiques of stiffness. The film also features a surprising plot twist that effectively drives the story toward its conclusion. However, makeup and aging effects for characters 10 years later lacked realism, which slightly detracts from the story's time progression. Ultimately, Orange teaches valuable lessons about friendship, caring for others, and coping with regret. It encourages viewers to face life's challenges with kindness and resilience, emphasizing that while regret is natural, it should never destroy one's spirit, but rather inspire growth and better choices ahead. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)

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