Plot
2020 film directed by Toshimitsu Iizuka
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Why Watch This
A quiet, lyrical portrait of a young woman who discovers her voice through traditional and contemporary dance, set against the shifting cultural landscape of post‑disaster Japan. Director Toshimitsu Iizuka blends handheld realism with poetic choreography to make every movement feel like a line of dialogue.
Best For
Art‑house fans, Dance enthusiasts, Japanese cinema lovers, Slow‑burn drama seekers, Women‑focused narratives
The CinePearl Take
Iizuka’s debut is anchored by a hauntingly intimate performance from the titular Mita (played by a newcomer whose expressive physicality carries the film). The pacing is deliberately unhurried, allowing the audience to breathe with each rehearsal and flashback. Themes of grief, resilience, and cultural identity intertwine, making the final dance sequence feel both cathartic and inevitable.
If You Liked This, Try
Shall We Dance? (1996) · A Silent Voice (2016) · The World of Kanako (2014)
Cast & Crew
- Director
- Toshimitsu Iizuka
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- Released
- 03 Jul 2020
- Language
- Japanese
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