Sugarless (film)

Sugarless film poster

Sugarless is a Japanese film directed by Shintaro Sugawara. The film is based on the popular manga series of the same name written by Masami Hosokawa. It was released in Japan in 2012.

Plot

The story follows Gaku Shiiba, a high school student who transfers to a new school known for its delinquent students. Gaku is determined to become the top fighter at the school, but he faces numerous challenges from other students who also aim for the top spot. The film explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the struggles of adolescence.

Cast

• Alan Shirahama as Gaku Shiiba
• Reo Sano as Taiji Marumo
• Nobuyuki Suzuki as Tatsuya Bitou
• Keita Machida as Ryohei Kagami
• Yuta Ozawa as Kiyoshi Date

Production

The film was produced by LDH Japan, a prominent entertainment company in Japan. The screenplay was adapted by Masahiro Yamaura, who is known for his work in adapting manga series into films. The film's music was composed by Yutaka Yamada, adding a dynamic and emotional layer to the story.

Reception

Sugarless received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its faithful adaptation of the manga and its action sequences, others felt that it did not fully capture the depth of the original story. Despite this, the film gained a following among fans of the manga and Japanese action films.

See also

• List of Japanese films of 2012
• Manga
• Japanese cinema

External links

Sugarless at IMDb