Ikoku Nikki
Makio Kodai, a shy 35-year-old novelist, takes in her 15-year-old niece Asa Takumi after Asa's parents die in a car accident. Despite Makio's difficulties with relationships, she and Asa begin living together, forming a bond.
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"A 2-hour movie about an aunt adopting her niece after the death of her parents. Got curious about Aragaki Yui's latest acting project, only to stumble across a very competent and well-structured movie that covers the topic of maturity in a very approachable and likeable manner. While the "weight" of "moving on" is at its core, it doesn't center on those lingering feelings directly, but are always present. Instead, it builds a charming family relationship that manages to satisfy. Still, it could be considered a tad tame, easy-going and mild in the storytelling de..."
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Based on manga series "Ikoku Nikki" by Tomoko Yamashita (first published June 8, 2017 in magazine Feel Young).
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Makio Kodai, a shy 35-year-old novelist, takes in her 15-year-old niece Asa Takumi after Asa's parents die in a car accident. Despite Makio's difficulties with relationships, she and Asa begin living together, forming a bond.