The film made over 160 million yen in its first five days and went on to draw 470,000 viewers, earning more than 700 million yen in total. For an indie animated movie to grow from limited screenings to a nationwide release and reach this level of success is extremely rare. This is easily one of the biggest commercial hits in recent years for a director coming from indie animation. While some fans of the original manga had mixed feelings about the bold changes, the film was widely praised for its impressive craftsmanship, setting the stage for its cultural impact.

Set in downtown Osaka, this film surprises viewers with its many twists as it follows a daughter searching for her missing father. While it first seems like a simple family drama, it soon reveals itself as a dark suspense thriller, similar to Bong Joon-ho's “Mother.” Satō Jirō's unsettling performance, Makita Ayaka's coming-of-age journey, and Shimizu Hiraya's strong presence come together to explore the boundary between good and evil.

Director Masaaki Yuasa’s latest film is a unique rock opera set in Japan’s 14th-century Muromachi period. By blending modern rock music with historical themes, the film gives a voice to those forgotten by history and sets a new standard for animated storytelling.