Tremble All You Want (2017)

This might be the most honest romantic comedy I've ever seen, so honest that it makes the movie painful to watch at times. Unlike more common romcom, this movie doesn't have fairy tale type of characters that exist in an unrealistic setting, what it gives us a vulnerable lead character that every person could relate. Although you might hate her actions you will definitely understand her through a monologue that was voiced so well. This movie is also insightful that there is a point in the movie where Yoshika had to choose between ichi#1 (the one who she loves) or Ni#2 (the one who loves her), can you relate?. Mayu Matsuoka has been the most versatile young actress in Japan today and this movie only validates how good as an actress she is. Her role demands vast range from the actress and Matsuoka deliver it so well. I've been a fan of this actress ever since I saw her in mondai aru restaurant and I'm happy that she was given roles like this.

This is not for everyone. If you expect it will give you a feel good feeling like your typical romantic comedy you will be disappointed and I won't even be surprised if you ended up hating the movie cause of how brutal honest it is.

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An Introspective Character-Centred Film

If you want a typical, romantic comedy, this film probably isn't for you. If you even want a film with romance in it, this film probably also isn't for you. This is a story about almost exclusively the protagonist and her journey.

The genre that Tremble All You Want sits in is certainly very interesting, with what I'd say is a chic flick mixed in with a large dose of self-awareness and realism. It's quirky and light-hearted, and yet it still manages to deliver an emotional punch - a rather commendable accomplishment.


Mayu Matsuoka is truly the centre of this. She pours her heart into acting this role and making the protagonist (Yoshika )truly come to life. And as of such, rather than there being a solidified "plot", the film is centred around the character development of Yoshika. And it works: you quickly find yourself invested in this character, there's just something so endearing about her. I'm not surprised it won the audience award at a film festival.


The journey Yoshika goes through in this film heartwarming, yet still raw. It's about growing up and moving on, and learning to gradually find comfort in another person. Unique and surprisingly heartfelt, it is certainly worth your time to sit down and watch one evening.

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