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Release Year2012
Runtime1h 14m
LanguageJapanese
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
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DirectorRyō Kaihara
WritersRyō Kaihara
TypeFeature Film
Rating0.0 out of 10
Cast5 credited
Also Known AsSaikyo Pachislot Girl Rio
About Saikyo Pachislot Girl Rio
College student Rio is in a relationship with photographer Tomoya. At Rio's university, there is a famous math lecturer named Sakurada who incorporates practical pachinko slot machine play into his classes. Rio plays pachinko slots for the first time in class and shows glimpses of her talent. Rio plays pachinko slots on a date with Tomoya, who is taking pictures instead of playing. Wandering around the store, Tomoya accidentally photographs a group of people setting up a cheating scheme. Tomoya is chased and kidnapped by the group of cheats. And Rio, who has the photographic evidence of the cheating, is also in danger!
Directed by Ryō Kaihara, Saikyo Pachislot Girl Rio leans on a strong ensemble — Mau Morikawa, Shun Mitsuka, Takahiro Tsutsumi — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2012.
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