If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die: The Movie (2023)

If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die: The Movie movie

🎬 Title: If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die: The Movie / 劇場版推しが武道館いってくれたら死ぬ

Story: Eripiyo, a part-time worker, found her first real spark of excitement three years ago during her local Okayama Tanabata festival, thanks to the underground idol, Maina Ichii from “ChamJam.” Since then, she has dedicated her life to supporting her idol. Almost all her earnings from her bakery job go towards her passion, and she only wears a red tracksuit from her high school days. Constantly thinking about Maina, Eripiyo engages in enthusiastic promotional activities, as her idol becomes the driving force of her life. Now entering her fourth year of fandom, she hears that “ChamJam” plans to expand to Tokyo. While Eripiyo pours even more energy into her support, Maina grapples with her stagnating popularity.

⭐ Rating: 6 (2 votes)

📅 Release date: 2023-05-12

⏱️ Runtime: 1h 41m

🎭 Genres: Drama, Comedy

🎬 Director: Kentaro Otani

✍️ Writer: Kumiko Motoyama

🌍 Countries: Japan

🏢 Production companies: Pony Canyon, Asahi Broadcasting Corporation, The Icon

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👥 Cast: Sayuri Matsumura as Eripiyo, Himena Irei as Ichii Maina, Riho Nakamura as Igarashi Reo, Miu Wada as Yokota Aya, Momoe Mori as Matsuyama Sorane, Kano Fujihira as Hakata Maki, Yoshida Soyoka as Mizumori Yumeri, Tsugumi Aritomo as Teramoto Yuka, Yudai Toyoda as Motoi, and Takao Jitsukata as Kumasa.

Editor’s note: “If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die: The Movie” (2023) offers a fresh take on its Drama and Comedy elements. Directed by Kentaro Otani, the film maintains a consistent pace and a well-defined sense of location. The performances, particularly by Sayuri Matsumura, Himena Irei, and Riho Nakamura, add depth to the narrative. With a runtime of 1 hour and 41 minutes, it suits the storyline well. Reception has varied, so it’s best approached for its mood and ambiance. If the concept resonates with you, consider adding it to your watch list.

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