■ “The words really hit home” (Fujigaya Taisuke) “It made me take a fresh look at myself” (Nao)
An intermission clip from the film “Pride and Goodness” (released nationwide on September 27th), co-starring Fujigaya Taisuke (Kis-My-Ft2) and Nao, has been released.
The intermission video, which has been showing in theaters nationwide (excluding some theaters) since August 9th, features Fujigaya Taisuke and Nao passionately talking about the original novel and the film, which they said shocked them, as well as footage from the film.
Kaori (Fujigaya) and Nao (Nao), who have been dating through a dating app but haven’t been able to decide on their future for a year, have no confidence in themselves and have been living on the path laid out by their parents. The two, who have completely different upbringings and personalities, continue to date smoothly, but just after getting engaged, Nao suddenly disappears. Why did her fiance disappear?
Regarding the two characters who seem to be heading in the same direction but are not moving at the same time, Nao said, “I thought that the misunderstanding between men and women is a great mystery,” and said that she realized this once again after acting. Fujigaya, who revealed the reason why he chose the original novel as his favorite in life, praised it highly, saying, “The words about love and life really hit home.”
One of the highlights of the film is that it depicts an original climax while retaining the theme of the original work, and at the end of the intermission footage there is a comment from the original author, Tsujimura Mizuki, who gives her stamp of approval to the film, saying, “The climax was a masterpiece throughout the entire film.”
Fujigaya and Nao commented that this film “touched my heart” and “gave me a new opportunity to reexamine myself.” In a marriage market where dating apps are becoming mainstream, many people will be taken aback by the many famous lines that highlight the differences in values between men and women regarding marriage and their real views on love.
What is the line that will unravel the mystery of the “past and lies that we didn’t want to know about” of the missing fiancé? Be sure to check it out at the theater.
■ A number of memorable lines that accurately describe the Japanese marriage market
◇ “Marriage hunting is similar to job hunting” by Ka (Fujigaya Taisuke)
After being dumped by his longtime girlfriend, Ka started looking for a partner through a dating app. He met many women, but couldn’t find anyone he felt right with, and he was exhausted by having the same conversations over and over again. Then he met the modest and considerate Mami.
◇ “I’m 70 points. He only likes me 70 points.” by Mami (Nao)
When Makoto learns from Ka’s female friend that Ka has rated her at 70 points, she is shocked. Ka is unaware that something is not right with Makoto.
◇ “How much do you want to marry her?” by Minako (Nanami Sakuraba)
Minako, a friend who was introduced to Maki by Ka, is not impressed by Ka’s shrewdness, saying, “She seems to be trying too hard.” She can’t help but compare Ka to her ex-girlfriend when she sees that they haven’t decided on marriage even after a year of dating.
◇ “Today’s Japanese marriage hunting is about arrogance and kindness. People place too much importance on their own values, so they are arrogant. At the same time, their narcissism is very strong.” – Onori (Maeda Minami)
While searching for the truth behind her disappearance, Ka learns that she had been on an arranged marriage date in the past. She then visits a marriage agency where the director, Onozato, gives her some very real words about marriage hunting.
■To commemorate the release of the film, a special exhibition of costumes worn by Ka and Makoto in the film has been decided!
To commemorate the release of the movie, a special exhibition of the costumes worn by Ka and Makoto in the movie will be held all over the country. This is an opportunity to feel the atmosphere of Ka and Makoto even before the movie is released. Check the official website for details such as the venue.
Movie Information
“Pride and Kindness”
Nationwide release on Friday, September 27th
Cast: Taisuke Fujigaya and Nao
Yuki Kura Nanami Sakuraba / Kenji Anan Yoshiko Miyazaki
Naomi Nishida Minami Maeda
Original work: “Pride and Kindness” by Mizuki Tsujimura (published by Asahi Bunko/Asahi Shimbun Publications)
Director: Kentaro Hagiwara
Screenplay: Yukako Shimizu
Theme song: Natori “Thread Telephone”
Distributor: Asmik Ace
(C)2024 “Pride and Goodness” Film Production Committee
“Pride and Goodness” movie website
https://gomantozenryo.asmik-ace.co.jp
