Fireworks, Ferris Wheels and Love
Morihara was left a widower 8 years ago when his wife passed away. He attends his first mixer party under the guidance of his daughter. There he meets Fumika and starts conversation. Morihara is too shy to show his love since he is much older than Fumika. On learning that Fumika goes to England to study about English Tea, Morihara rushes to the airport but his effort is in vain. He takes out his dead wife's photo and consults her: "I love Fumika, what should I do?"
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Plot Summary
A recently widowed woman, struggling to cope with her grief, finds unexpected solace and a new path forward when she takes over the management of a seaside amusement park. As she immerses herself in the daily operations and interactions with the park's quirky staff and visitors, she begins to confront her past and open herself to the possibility of future happiness.
Critical Reception
The film received generally positive reviews, particularly for its sensitive portrayal of grief and healing. Critics praised the lead performance and the film's atmospheric direction, noting its poignant exploration of human connection amidst loss.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its heartfelt and melancholic depiction of moving on after loss.
- Highlight's Hitomi Kuroki's nuanced and moving central performance.
- Appreciated for its beautiful cinematography and atmospheric setting.
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Fun Fact
The film was one of the last directorial efforts of acclaimed Japanese director Shinji Sōmai, who passed away shortly after its release.
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