Kataoka Reiko

Reiji Kurose (Towa Araki) lives a bleak life in a small rural town with his struggling family, finding solace only in the idol group Acrylic and its member Nagi Aoe (Hinako Kitano). His childhood friend Sakuko Akiyama (Miyu Honda) tries to inspire hope in Reiji, but his depression seems insurmountable. Everything changes when Reiji unexpectedly discovers Nagi working at a local convenience store, which sets off a chain of events that pulls him into a dark world of scandals, lies, and obsession. As his life spirals into increasingly complex and dangerous territory, Reiji must confront whether he can escape the psychological abyss threatening to consume him. Adapted from Ryou Minenami's manga, this is a 2022 Japanese psychological thriller drama directed by Hiroaki Yuasa.

Boy's Abyss

🌞 Light or Darkness 🌚

Yumi (Kiryuu Mai), a design student, discovers she is pregnant and is unsure about the child's paternity. Naoya (Kisetsu Fujiwara), a drama club member with aspirations of founding his own theater company, commits to raising the child with her. As they begin living together, the challenges of impending parenthood start to strain their relationship. Naoya becomes increasingly anxious about his future dreams, while Yumi questions his potential as a father and husband. Their frequent arguments hint at deeper emotional tensions beneath the surface. As the pressure of their situation intensifies, the young couple must confront whether their relationship can withstand the significant life changes ahead. This is a 2022 Japanese movie directed by Kato Takuya.

Grown Ups

Adults Aren't Kiddin' Around 

Toko Suguri (Kaho) appears to have a perfect life with her husband and daughter, but feels trapped in a monotonous routine. At a friend's wedding, she unexpectedly reunites with Akihiko Kurata (Satoshi Tsumabuki), a former lover from a decade ago. Their chance encounter reignites long-dormant passions, and they begin a passionate and risky affair. As their relationship intensifies, Suguri must confront the potential consequences of her choices and the impact on her seemingly stable life. This is a 2020 Japanese movie based on a novel by Rio Shimamoto and directed by Yukiko Mishima.

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