River's Edge (2018)
1h 58m | PG-13
High schooler Haruna befriends loner Yamada, then is drawn into the tangled relationship between him, a model and the girl who loves him unreasonably.
Director: Isao Yukisada
Studio: Kino Films
Genre: Crime, Drama
Video: 720p
Cast
Fumi Nikaido
as Haruna Wakagusa
Ryo Yoshizawa
as Ichiro Yamada
Aoi Morikawa
as Kanna Tajima
Shuhei Uesugi
as Kannonzaki
Sumire
as Kozue Yoshikawa
Shiori Doi
as Rumi
Reviews
River’s Edge explores the dark and often overlooked struggles of adolescence, diverging from typical teen narratives by highlighting emotional turmoil, identity crises, and hidden traumas. Each character is given depth and space to unfold, creating a compelling yet somber portrayal of youth. Though some narrative choices—like the unexplained interview scenes—feel disjointed, the film overall offers a haunting reflection on the loneliness and complexity of growing up. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)