Happy Birthday: The Time When Life Shines
After being abused by her mother physically and mentally Asuka gets taken in by her grandparents. Slowly she learns her own worth as a human being and overcomes many obstacles.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | ハッピーバースデー 命かがやく瞬間 |
| Year | 1999 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Animation, Drama |
| Director | Satoshi Dezaki |
| Runtime | 79 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 8.0/10 (2 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Happy Birthday: The Time When Life Shines is a very strong film rated 8.0/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1999. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.
— MovieFinder Editorial
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