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Sidonie in Japan

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2024 · 95 min Drama Romance
6.3 / 10 · TMDB

Sidonie Perceval, an established French writer, is mourning her deceased husband. Invited to Japan for the reedition of her first book, she is welcomed by her local editor who takes her to Kyoto, the city of shrines and temples. As they travel together through the Japanese spring blossoms, she slowly opens up to him. But the ghost of her husband follows Sidonie: she will have to finally let go of the past to let herself love again.

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Original Title Sidonie au Japon
Year 2024
Country France, Germany, Japan
Genre Drama, Romance
Director Elise Girard
Runtime 95 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.3/10 (49 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Elise Girard

— MovieFinder Editorial

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