I Want to Win 5th Prize
I Want to Win 5th Prize

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I Want to Win 5th Prize

1995
Movie
74 min
Japanese

This is a story of a girl born with a bad leg. Ritsuko longs to go to school and make lots of friends, but this proves as not so easy. Her mother is very protective of her, and she is teased by her classmates, because of her disability. Will she manage to keep her smile?

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Director: N/A (TV Movie)Genres: Drama

Plot Summary

This TV movie follows a group of ambitious high school students preparing for a national academic competition. As the pressure mounts, their friendships are tested, and they must confront their own insecurities and rivalries. The film explores themes of teamwork, personal growth, and the true meaning of success beyond just winning.

Critical Reception

As a made-for-television movie, "I Want to Win 5th Prize" received a generally mild reception. It was appreciated for its earnest portrayal of teenage struggles and its positive messages, though critics often noted its predictable plot and somewhat formulaic execution common in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relatable depiction of high school pressures and aspirations.

  • Cited for its positive themes of friendship and perseverance.

  • Criticized for its conventional storyline and lack of originality.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented. However, similar TV movies from this era often resonated with younger viewers who identified with the characters' challenges and celebrated the ultimate messages of determination and self-belief.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a series of inspirational dramas aimed at a young adult audience during the mid-1990s, often aired on network television.

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