Directed by NARUSHIMA Izuru, this powerful biopic details the life of legendary poet and novelist MIYAZAWA Kenji, one of Japan's most beloved children's authors. As the eldest son of Masajiro, a wealthy pawnbroker and modern man of the Meiji era, Kenji was raised with the expectation that he would one day inherit the family business. However, the free-spirited Kenji is determined to walk his own path in life, and takes it upon himself to pursue agricultural studies, synthetic gemstones and other eccentric ventures. Despite struggling to keep up with his son's ambitions, Masajirо remains supportive as ever throughout Kenji's unorthodox pursuits.
Based on the best-selling novel of the same name, this incredible story depicts the power of family and unconditional love that endures through times of hardship. With standout performances by SUDA Masaki and recent Cannes winner YAKUSHO Kоji, the pair's depiction of fatherly love on the silver screen is sure to bring a tear to your eye.
Starring YAKUSHO Koji, who recently received the award for Best Actor at Cannes for
Perfect Days
(2023)
