Why do Japanese people generally have a preference for movies to end sadly?

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A Japanese woman told me that Japanese generally prefer movies to end on a 'sad' note, meaning something that is not too simple.

For example, many Japanese like "Roman Holiday" with Audrey Hepburn. The ending is sad but meaningful.

A Japanese person said that's because it's "ここにのこる"

Can some enlighten me on this concept.


Best answer:
Answer by vivekBecause sadness is part of their

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