The Case of Hana & Alice

2015 · directed by Shunji Iwai

Rating
72/100
Hit
no

After transferring to Ishinomori Middle School, Tetsuko "Alice" Arisugawa overhears her classmates discussing a strange rumor. The previous occupant of her seat, a nondescript "Judas," is missing and presumed murdered. Amidst dealing with her mother's undesired meddling in her affairs and warding off her classmates' bullying, the troubled Alice starts to investigate the mystery surrounding Judas' disappearance. The trail of clues leads her to the house of her next-door neighbor, the quirky and reclusive Hana Arai.

The Case of Hana & Alice (2015), directed by Shunji Iwai, rates 72/100. See how its director, cast and crew rate across their careers.

More from Shunji Iwai

  1. Love Letter (1995) — 79/100
  2. Swallowtail Butterfly (1996) — 75/100
  3. All About Lily Chou-Chou (2001) — 73/100
  4. Hana & Alice (2004) — 71/100
  5. April Story (1998) — 71/100
  6. Picnic (1996) — 69/100

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