All About Lily Chou-Chou

Name: All About Lily Chou-Chou
Director: Shunji Iwai
Genre: Drama, Crime
Released: 2001-01-01
Duration: 146 min
Rating: 7.4
Cast: Hayato Ichihara, Shugo Oshinari, Yu Aoi, Ayumi Ito, Issey Takahashi

2001Dir. Shunji Iwai2h 26m

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Runtime2h 26m

Released2001

Budget$1.3M

Box office$6.8M

DirectorShunji Iwai

About This Movie

All About Lily Chou-Chou is a fascinating dive into the teenage psyche, framed through Shunji Iwai's haunting visuals and a unique soundscape. The film captures the fragility of youth and the impact of isolation, with Yūichi and Shūsuke's friendship unraveling in a world drenched in melancholy. It feels almost like a dream, punctuated by Lily Chou-Chou's ethereal music, which serves as both an emotional anchor and a narrative device. The performances are raw and unrefined, lending an authenticity that resonates deeply. It’s not just a story—it’s an experience, a reflection of the complexities of adolescence, and the way art can shape our reality. The pacing is deliberate, allowing moments of silence to speak volumes.

2001 release, notable for its non-linear narrative style.Features a soundtrack of fictional pop music by Lily Chou-Chou.Shot in digital format, adding to its unique visual texture.Largely shot in real locations, enhancing its realism.