March Goes out Like a Lamb (2017)
The concluding chapter of a two-part live-action adaptation, following a young shogi prodigy's path toward healing and belonging.
March Goes out Like a Lamb - Movie Information
- Original Title: 3月のライオン 後編
- Release Year: 2017
- Directed by: Keishi Otomo
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama
- Runtime: 2h 19m
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 22, 2017 (Japan)
- Alternative Titles: March Goes Out Like a Lamb (KR), 3月のライオン 後編 (JP), March Comes in Like a Lion 2 (US), 三月的狮子 后篇 (CN)
- Production Companies: Asmik Ace, TOHO, Hakusensha, AMUSE, Aniplex, The Asahi Shimbun, KDDI, dentsu, Robot Communications, Mainichi Shimbun
- Production Countries: Japan
March Goes out Like a Lamb - Plot
The time spent between professional Shogi player Kiriyama and his three stories helps to heal his wounds. As he prepares to secure another win in an upcoming tournament, the father who left the three sisters appears and disturbs the peace.
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March Goes out Like a Lamb - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Keishi Otomo
Main Cast
- Ryunosuke Kamiki
- Kasumi Arimura
- Kana Kurashina
- Shota Sometani
- Kaya Kiyohara
- Kuranosuke Sasaki
- Ryo Kase
- Gin Maeda
- Issey Takahashi
- Hideaki Ito
Writers
- Yuko Iwashita
- Keishi Otomo
- Ryohei Watanabe
Producers
- Fumie Takeuchi
- Masayuki Tanishima
- Keichiiro Moriya
March Goes out Like a Lamb - FAQs
Is March Goes out Like a Lamb based on a manga?
Yes, the film is based on the manga series 3月のライオン (March Comes in Like a Lion) by Chica Umino, serialized in Young Animal magazine. The manga follows teenage shogi prodigy Rei Kiriyama and his emotional journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Who are the main actors in March Goes out Like a Lamb?
The film stars Ryunosuke Kamiki as Rei Kiriyama, Kasumi Arimura as Kyoko Koda, Kana Kurashina as Akari Kawamoto, Shota Sometani as Harunobu Nikaido, and Kaya Kiyohara as Hinata Kawamoto, among others.
Is March Goes out Like a Lamb a sequel?
Yes, it is the second part of a two-film adaptation. The first film, March Comes in Like a Lion (2017), introduces Rei Kiriyama and his world. This sequel continues directly from where the first film ends, concluding his story arc.
What is March Goes out Like a Lamb about?
The film follows young professional shogi player Rei Kiriyama, whose bond with three sisters helps him heal emotional wounds. As he prepares for a major tournament, the sisters' estranged father resurfaces, threatening the fragile peace they have built together.
When was March Goes out Like a Lamb released?
March Goes out Like a Lamb was released in Japan on April 22, 2017. It was distributed by TOHO and Asmik Ace, and is the second of two theatrical films adapting Chica Umino's acclaimed manga series.
Who directed March Goes out Like a Lamb?
The film was directed by Keishi Otomo, a prolific Japanese filmmaker known for his work on the Rurouni Kenshin live-action film series. Otomo also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Yuko Iwashita and Ryohei Watanabe.
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How long is March Goes out Like a Lamb?
March Goes out Like a Lamb has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes). As the concluding chapter of the two-part adaptation, it takes its time to deliver a satisfying emotional resolution to Rei Kiriyama's story.
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