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Release Year2019
Runtime0h 15m
LanguageJapanese
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
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DirectorRyō Ushimaru
WritersRyō Ushimaru
TypeFeature Film
Rating2.0 out of 10
Cast1 credited
Also Known AsSmile
About Smile
A young woman has been living alone with her brother since their parents died in an accident. The mentally handicapped brother pursues his hobby, takes countless photos every day with his instant camera and collects newspaper clippings, which gradually end up in the apartment. The sister experiences a gloomy daily life between the monotonous work on the assembly line and the same rituals at home. How much she would like to escape from this daily life, but the dream of New York is not compatible with her obligations...
Directed by Ryō Ushimaru, Smile leans on a strong ensemble — Maya Kudamatsu — 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 2019.
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