The Fallen Angel (2010)

I like to compare both main characters and their self absorbed point of view in life. Both films are a book adaptations which depicts depression, suicide, sex, loss and life. It may be a bit slow but the story line, cinematography and acting makes up for it.

All together, both movies are beautifully written, definitely not a waste of time to watch.

The newest adaptation of the novel with Oguri Shun and Miyazawa Rie in the main lead roles. Directed by Ninagawa Mika who took on projects such as Sakuran promise to deliver a very pleasing watch.

Based on one of the best known works of Japanese literary giant Osamu Dazai "No Longer Human", was the last in a series of commemorative film projects marking the 100th anniversary of the author’s birth in 2009. "No Longer Human" is semi-autobiographical, fixated on the idea of suicide, and charts the course of its protagonist as he becomes hopelessly lost in a life of dissipation, alcohol, drugs, and overwhelming depression.