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March Comes In Like a Lion (2017) Synopsis, Cast, Reviews & Watch Links
Movie Stats
March Comes In Like a Lion
- Release Date: 2017-03-18
- Genres: Drama
- Rating: 6.87 (23 votes)
- Runtime: 138 min
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Subtitles:
English, Turkish, French, Korean, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch
Review & Score: March Comes In Like a Lion
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Rei Kiriyama is a 17-years-old shogi (Japanese chess) player. He debuted as a professional shogi player when he was in middle school. He lives by himself in Tokyo, because his parents and younger sister died in an traffic accident when he was little. (Auto Summary)
✅ Pros — 2
- Good production quality.
- Positive audience reception.
✖ Cons — 1
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Synopsis
Rei Kiriyama is a 17-years-old shogi (Japanese chess) player. He debuted as a professional shogi player when he was in middle school. He lives by himself in Tokyo, because his parents and younger sister died in an traffic accident when he was little. One day, Rei Kiriyama meets three sisters who are his neighbors. The three sisters are Akari Kawamoto, Hinata Kawamoto and Momo Kawamoto. This is his first meeting with someone outside of the shogi world in many years. Having meals with the Kawamoto family brings warm feelings to Rei Kiriyama. As Rei Kiriyama continues his shogi career, his interactions with his neighbors allows him to grow as a shogi player and as a person.
March Comes In Like a Lion presents an emotional and introspective portrait of life, navigating complex relationships, personal failures, and redemptive arcs. It's a compelling meditation on resilience and the human spirit.
Visually, the film is a marvel — every shot meticulously framed to enhance emotion and tone. The cinematography captures the story’s essence, whether through sweeping panoramas or intimate moments. Direction is assured, guiding the audience through the narrative with confident pacing and clear vision. Music and sound design underscore key scenes, elevating tension and enhancing immersion. Every creative element works in unison to produce a memorable and polished experience.
March Comes In Like a Lion provides more than just entertainment — it delivers resonance. Audiences are drawn into its emotional undercurrents, finding moments of joy, sorrow, and revelation. The storytelling offers layers that reward thoughtful viewing, blending accessible thrills with deeper meaning. From quiet introspections to intense confrontations, it maintains an emotional rhythm that captivates. It’s the kind of film that lingers in memory, inspiring discussion and introspection long after the credits roll.
In the end, March Comes In Like a Lion stands as a shining example of cinematic craft — a harmonious blend of narrative, performance, and technical achievement. It delivers a satisfying arc, fully realizing the potential of its story and characters. Whether you're a loyal follower of or a curious newcomer, this film offers something truly special. It speaks to the power of film as art, storytelling, and shared experience. Few titles manage to resonate so deeply across so many levels — this is one of them.
If you're interested in more great drama films, you might also enjoy: The Shawshank Redemption, Forrest Gump, Marriage Story, The Pursuit of Happyness, Whiplash.
Cast & Characters
- Ryunosuke Kamiki as Rei Kiriyama
- Kasumi Arimura as Kyoko Koda
- Kana Kurashina as Akari Kawamoto
- Shota Sometani as Harunobu Nikaido
- Kaya Kiyohara as Hinata Kawamoto
- Kuranosuke Sasaki as Kai Shimada
- Ryo Kase as Toji Soya
- Gin Maeda as Someji Kawamoto
- Issey Takahashi as Takashi Hayashida
- Hideaki Ito as Masamune Goto
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