The Case of Hana & Alice
The Case of Hana & Alice

The Case of Hana & Alice

2015Movie98 minJapanese

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.

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IMDb7.0/10
Google Users82%
Director: Shunji Iwai•Genres: Mystery, Comedy, Drama, Musical

Plot Summary

This musical mystery follows Hana, who is intrigued by a series of strange events and the legend of a murdered student at her new school. She enlists Alice, a budding actress, to help her investigate the mysterious past of the school. Together, they unravel secrets and confront the lingering echoes of the past.

Critical Reception

The film was generally well-received by critics for its unique blend of genres, quirky storytelling, and charming performances, particularly from its lead actresses. It was praised for its whimsical approach to a mystery narrative and its engaging musical numbers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive and whimsical storytelling.
  • The musical numbers are charming and add a unique flair.
  • Lead performances are captivating and carry the film.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's charming and unconventional approach to mystery, finding the musical elements delightful and the story engaging.

Fun Fact

The film is a prequel to Shunji Iwai's 2004 film 'Hana and Alice', exploring the characters' earlier lives and the events that shaped them.

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**The legend of Yuda.** It is a prequel to the 2004 film 'Hana and Alice' from the same writer, director. So I had to watch that before coming to this one and I found both the films were pretty good. Usually to watch a sequel, you have t...