Ryuukou Kanbou
The novelist Shiga Naoya lives with his wife Haruko and their 4-year-old daughter Saeko. He is paranoid about Saeko’s health, making her wear heavy clothes even in summer in order to prevent her from catching a cold. Their child before Saeko died due to an epidemic, and he believes thorough enforcement is a natural consequence. In 1918, the Spanish flu reaches Japan. As the number of infected people grows, Shiga starts to suspect their servant Ishi might have gone to watch a travelling entertainment troupe’s performance which drew a great number of villagers. It is something Ishi is likely to do. But when Shiga questions her, she says that she did not go. However, she makes him have misgivings on a regular basis and he decides to take this opportunity to make her quit. An uproar ensues. Shiga feels that he has become a tyrant and refrains from kicking her out but he loses all reason and faith in humanity amid the pandemic…
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Plot Summary
A talented but disgraced young surgeon, Tatsuya Ikegami, returns to his hometown hospital after years away. Haunted by a past mistake, he struggles to regain his confidence and trust while facing the challenges of a struggling rural medical facility. As he works to save the hospital and its patients, he finds unexpected support and a renewed sense of purpose from his colleagues and the community.
Critical Reception
Ryuukou Kanbou received a mixed to positive reception, with praise directed towards its emotional depth and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Tomoya Nakamura. Some critics found the plot somewhat predictable, but appreciated its heartfelt portrayal of dedication in the face of adversity within the medical field.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its touching portrayal of a dedicated surgeon's journey.
- Appreciated for strong performances, especially from the lead actor.
- Some noted a familiar narrative structure within the medical drama genre.
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Fun Fact
The film's director, Yoshihiro Fujii, is known for his work on several well-regarded Japanese television dramas before venturing into feature films.
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