A Bad Summer
Watch TrailerKojiro returns to his hometown after ten years away. His younger brother has disappeared, and locals whisper about strange occurrences at the port. Instead of answers, he finds only old photographs and the silence of former friends. Gradually, Kojiro realizes the disappearance is connected to his family's dark past. This 2025 drama thriller explores guilt and the impossibility of escaping one's own history. Each new day brings more questions than answers, and the summer heat becomes unbearable. The town that was once home transforms into a maze of half-hints and hidden threats. Kojiro will have to confront not only his brother's mystery but also the demons he left behind years ago.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 悪い夏 |
| Year | 2025 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Drama, Crime |
| Director | Hideo Jojo |
| Runtime | 114 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 8.1/10 (14 votes) |
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The director builds tension through minimalist dialogue and long static shots, where what remains unsaid carries more weight. The camera often observes characters from a distance, creating a sense of detached witnessing.
Those who appreciate slow-burn narratives will find themselves immersed in the atmosphere of a provincial Japanese town where the past is never fully past. What lingers is the feeling of heavy, humid summer air and unresolved questions. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Hideo Jojo
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During a stifling afternoon when the town dozes in summer lethargy and a fan vainly stirs the hot air.
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