Urabone

Shinji, who lost his young son Keita in a sea accident in the past, heard about "Mukasari Ema" from a student at the art class he teaches. In order to make a memorial service for a family member who died at an early age, the student draws a picture of his imaginary marriage partner and dedicates it to a temple. Shinji begins to paint the Mukasari Ema for Keita. Then a strange change begins to happen to Shinji.

Directed by Ryo Teranishi, Urabone leans on a strong ensemble — Yutaka Taguchi, Abe Nomaru, Kentaro Yoshimura — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 0.