, also known as Young Girls in Love, is a 1986 Japanese romantic comedy drama film written and directed by Kazuki Ōmori. It is based on a 1981 light novel of the same name by Saeko Himuro, about the coming of age of a young girl and her friends. The film stars Yuki Saito in the lead role, alongside Mamiko Takai, Haruko Sagara and Satomi Kobayashi. Koisuru Onnatachi was released by Toho on December 13, 1986, in Japan, where it became one of the top-grossing films of 1987. Its theme song, "MAY", was performed by Saito.
Premise A lighthearted coming-of-age story about first loves and broken hearts. Yuki Saito plays Takako Yoshioka, a young woman trying to figure out her own romantic woes in addition to those of her quirky friends.
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Production The film was shot on location in Kanazawa in 1985 (the setting was changed from Yuzawa, Hokkaido in the novel).
Awards 11th Japan Academy Awards Nominated: Best Director - Kazuki Ōmori Nominated: Best Screenwriter - Kazuki Ōmori Nominated: Best Actress - Yuki Saito
60th Kinema Junpo Best Ten Awards Best Ten List: 7th place
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