

In the chaotic days of the 1960s, Misuzu, a lonely high school girl from a troubled family, finds sanctuary with her nihilistic brother, Ryo, and his friends. They pass their days hanging around a shadowy jazz cafe bar, indulging themselves in a life of sex, drugs and alcohol.

Aoi Miyazaki
Misuzu
Lead
Keisuke Koide
Kishi

Masaru Miyazaki
Ryo

Rena Komine
Yuka

Tasuku Emoto
Takeshi

Munetaka Aoki
Tetsu

Yuya Matsuura
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Shunji Fujimura
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“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Yukinari Hanawa's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. First Love is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”