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With the total box office for the year failing to even reach 42 billion yen—down significantly from 54.9 billion yen last year—it's clear that the industry is in crisis. Commentary reveals that among the 493 films released in 2023, only 67 managed to cross the 100 million yen mark. Most films are losing money, with embarrassing takeaways like a film earning a mere 121 yen at the box office on its opening day, highlighting the severity of the situation.