Swallowtail Butterfly

The movie takes place in a speculative near future where Japan’s yen has become dominant, drawing many immigrants to Tokyo. This period reflects contemporary concerns about economic strength and immigration, blending current social issues with dystopian overtones. The setting highlights a society on the brink of transformation, capturing both hope and desperation within urban life.

Set in Tokyo, the film explores a near-future metropolis that becomes known as Yen Town due to an influx of immigrants attracted by Japan’s strong currency. The city’s streets are a melting pot of cultures, with a gritty underworld where immigrants seek survival and opportunity. Yen Town’s identity is intertwined with its economic prosperity and the social tensions that come with rapid urban change.

🖤 Survival

The film centers on the struggles of immigrants and natives alike to survive in a rapidly changing, often hostile environment. Amid violence, crime, and social exclusion, characters seek stability and hope. Their resilience underscores themes of perseverance in the face of adversity.

🎶 Identity

Throughout the story, characters grapple with their identities and backgrounds, trying to define themselves beyond their circumstances. Ageha's journey from an orphan to someone who finds her voice through music exemplifies this search for self-understanding amid cultural ambiguity.

🌌 Fate and Loyalty

The narrative explores how characters’ choices are influenced by loyalty to friends, family, and their dreams. Betrayals and sacrifices highlight the fragile bonds within Yen Town, as each character faces moments that test their sense of loyalty and destiny.