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Movie poster: HOME (2012)
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2012 · 110 min Family Drama
5.8 / 10 · TMDB

When Koichi Takahasi (Miutani) is transferred from Tokyo to a small village in Iwate Prefecture, they set up hoe in a two-hundred year-old farmhouse. The family is split between those who hate the move and those who are happy. Fumiko (Yasuda), the wife, is unhappy at the change and doesn’t get on with her elderly neighbours, Azumi (Hashimoto) is sad about having to transfer to a new school. Koichi’s mother, Sumiyo (Kusabue), rather likes the new community while young Tomoya Takahashi (Hamada) really enjoys the new move because he can play outdoors. Koichi takes note of the split in the family but finds himself struggling at his new job. Thankfully the house has Zashiki Warashi (yokai) living there who will unite them with their antics. Judging by the poster these antics won’t be terrifying.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title HOME 愛しの座敷わらし
Year 2012
Country Japan
Genre Family, Drama
Director Seiji Izumi
Runtime 110 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.8/10 (8 votes)

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The film constructs a gentle narrative, relying on the contrast between urban rush and rural life. It explores fractured family dynamics through the lens of Japanese folklore, where a mischievous house spirit becomes a gentle unifying force.

What lingers after viewing is a sense of quiet warmth, a reminder that home is often found in unexpected places and through shared, simple wonders. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Seiji Izumi

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Perfect for a quiet family evening, best enjoyed with a cozy blanket.

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