Movie Digest
Mitsuomi Kozuka leaves her work because of her supervisor. For the first time in ten years, he chooses to visit his hometown. Mitsuomi encounters Yamato Kumai, the stepson of old man Kumai, at this town in the countryside. The old man owns a farm near Mitsuomi’s parents’ house. Mitsuomi and Yamato quickly become friends, but Mitsuomi kisses Yamato while he is sleeping one night.
The Feel-Good Part
The soundtracks are appropriate for the majority of scenes, and the plot is well-timed. Although there are some minor plot changes and new characters, the film allows Yamato’s backstory to be explored further and Mitsuomi’s conversation with his father to be more heartfelt – it is a realistic portrayal of the manga and a realistic representation of how new generations today feel about themselves, their family responsibilities, and societal expectations.
The Disappointing fFactor
It wasn’t simply Western; it was also quite Irish, which felt out of place, notably the usage of the song Oh Danny Boy and the instruments. It didn’t have to be gagaku or entirely on koto, but I didn’t see why, and it was startling and even irritating at times. There were unsteady camera movements and dim illumination in some moments.
In-Depth Analysis
Mitsuomi Kozuka resigns from his Tokyo career and returns to his birthplace in the state for the first time in ten years. After he relocated to Tokyo and refused to take over the family business, his relationship with his father became strained. Mitsuomi Kozuka meets Yamato Kumai there. Yamato Kumai is the adoptive son of an elderly man named Kumai, who took him in after his parents left him as a baby in a park. The elderly man owns a farm near Mitsuomi Kozuka’s parents’ house. Yamato persuades Mitsuomi to assist out on the farm, and their connection blossoms and changes them both.
Star Power
Mitsuomi and Yamato were played by Yuuki Furukawa and Ryo Ryusei, respectively, and viewers could readily relate to or empathies with their characters. Mitsuomi in Yuuki’s version is based on the manga version (in both mannerism and the voice). Yamato as portrayed by Ryo is a jovial sunshine-boy country bumpkin who brightens every scene. Other actors’ performances are excellent as well, and their interactions with the two leads are seamless.
Overall Opinion
This is a film that you should watch while relaxing on the couch with a cup of tea. It just has that vibe about it. The plot is straightforward, and because this is a film, we swiftly move on to character introductions and plotlines. I would recommend this film to anyone looking for a light romance with a gentle build-up and a peaceful environment.
