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Takumi and his six-year-old son, Yuji, haven't come to terms with their wife and mother's death. One day, they meet a woman with an uncanny resemblance to her sheltering from the rain near their home.
A man's deceased wife returns during the rainy season, as promised, to be with her husband and young son. However, she has no memory of her past life and must learn to live with them again while cherishing their limited time together. The story explores themes of love, loss, and the enduring bond of family.
The film was a critical and commercial success in Japan, praised for its emotional storytelling and heartwarming performances. It resonated with audiences for its poignant portrayal of love and remembrance, becoming a beloved romantic fantasy.
Praised for its touching and emotional narrative.
The performances, particularly from the main cast, were widely acclaimed.
The film's fantasy elements were woven seamlessly into a deeply human story.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's profound emotional impact and its ability to evoke tears and smiles simultaneously. Many viewers found the story to be a beautiful and touching exploration of love and memory.
Won Best Actress and Best Film at the 28th Japan Academy Film Prizes.
The film is based on a popular Japanese novel of the same name by Takuji Ichikawa, which has also been adapted into a South Korean film and a Thai film.
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Be With You tells a tender story of grief, memory, and the fragile hope of meeting a loved one once more, even if only for a moment. Through soft symbolism and quiet emotional conflicts, the film explores fear of loss, lingering regret, and...
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