My Uncle
Watch TrailerYukio Haruyama is an elementary school student. He has an uncle that teaches philosophy part-time at an university. His uncle leeches off his family. The uncle then goes on a blind date and falls in love with beautiful Eri Inaba. She is a fourth generation Japanese living in Hawaii. Sometime later, Eri goes back to Hawaii to take over a coffee farm left behind by her recently deceased grandmother. Yukio and his uncle travel to Hawaii to see Eri.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | ぼくのおじさん |
| Year | 2016 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Nobuhiro Yamashita |
| Runtime | 110 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.4/10 (7 votes) |
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The director constructs a gentle narrative that contrasts a child's clarity with his uncle's philosophical inertia, using the Hawaiian setting not as mere backdrop but as an active catalyst for change. The film relies on subtle performances, where situational comedy seamlessly blends with moments of poignant self-reflection and genuine warmth.
What lingers after the credits is a feeling of sun-drenched optimism and the quiet satisfaction of a journey well-shared. It's a reminder that growth often comes from the most unlikely mentors and destinations. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Nobuhiro Yamashita
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