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Release Year2020
Runtime2h 10m
LanguageJapanese
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, Romance
Votes30
DirectorIsao Yukisada
WritersAnne Horiizumi
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.3 out of 10
Cast6 credited
Also Known AsThe Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese
About The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese
Kyoichi, a man with an indecisive personality, constantly cheats. That is, until his wife sends a P. I to investigate his affairs. But what will happen when the man she sent wants to fulfill his own desires?
Directed by Isao Yukisada, The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese leans on a strong ensemble — Tadayoshi Okura, Ryo Narita, Shiori Yoshida — 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 2020.
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