

Baby Steps
Eiichirō Maruo (nicknamed "Ei-chan" for his grades being straight "A") is an honor student, bookworm, and is not interested in anything other than studying. In order to solve his problem of lacking physical strength, he enrolled a tennis school and soon found the fascinating side of tennis. Being a tennis newbie lacking physical strength, he supplement his shortcomings with his excellent observing and analyzing skills.
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Plot Summary
The film follows Lance, a socially awkward and isolated young man who lives with his overbearing mother. When he turns 20, his mother decides it's time for him to experience the outside world and enrolls him in a unique kindergarten class designed for adults. There, Lance navigates the challenges of childhood play and adult expectations, slowly beginning to find his own way.
Critical Reception
Baby Steps received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often highlighted its quirky premise and the performances of its lead actors. While some found the humor and themes to be effective and relatable, others felt the film struggled to fully realize its potential, with pacing issues and a somewhat uneven tone.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its original concept and dark comedic undertones.
- Beth Grant's performance as the overbearing mother was frequently singled out for praise.
- Some critics noted that the film's narrative could be more cohesive.
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Fun Fact
The film was noted for its unusual premise of placing an adult in a kindergarten setting, exploring themes of arrested development and societal expectations.
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