Masashi, a photographer, turns his lens on his family—his parents and older brother Yukihiro. Yet he captures not just portraits, but entire staged narratives. His family willingly becomes the cast of his whimsical visions: a biker gang one day, a firefighting crew the next, or characters in a period drama. These meticulously crafted tableaux, brimming with humor and affection, become their unique dialect of love. When the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami strike, Masashi's playful project unexpectedly transforms into a profound mission, extending its reach far beyond the walls of their home.
| Original Title | 浅田家! |
| Year | 2020 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Drama, Comedy |
| Director | Ryota Nakano |
| Runtime | 127 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.3/10 (159 votes) |
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The film is a tender, beautifully observed portrait of how imagination and artifice can reveal the deepest truths about family bonds. It celebrates the healing power of creating shared memories, especially when facing unimaginable loss.
What lingers after the credits is a quiet, profound gratitude for the everyday moments and the extraordinary effort we sometimes make to preserve them. It’s a gentle reminder to look closer at the stories hidden in plain sight. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Ryota Nakano
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