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Whisper of the Heart

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2022 · 114 min Drama Family
6.2 / 10 · TMDB

Shizuku Tsukishima is a 3rd grade middle school student. She likes reading books. Shizuku meets Seiji Amasawa who is in the same grade and school that Shizuku attends. At first, she does not like him, but she becomes fascinated with his pursuit of his dream. Seiji also knows Shizuku's dream is to become a novelist. They vow to each other to achieve their dreams. Ten years later, Shizuku gave up her dream of becoming a novelist and now works as an editor for a publishing company that specializes in children's books. She struggles in her daily life at work. Meanwhile, Seiji is abroad and still pursuing his dream.

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Original Title 耳をすませば
Year 2022
Country Japan
Genre Drama, Family
Director Yuichiro Hirakawa
Runtime 114 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.2/10 (12 votes)

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This adaptation matures the beloved story, trading youthful romance for a poignant examination of dreams deferred and the compromises of adulthood. It thoughtfully contrasts the clarity of childhood ambition with the complex reality of grown-up life.

What lingers after the credits is a resonant meditation on paths taken and the quiet evolution of our deepest aspirations. It’s a gentle reminder that growing up is a continuous, often unexpected, journey. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Yuichiro Hirakawa

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In a quiet setting, perhaps with someone close, to reflect on life's chosen paths.

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