About the Film
27-year-old Yazaki Junpei has come back to his hometown of Matsuyama in Ehime Prefecture for the first time in 10 years after working in Tokyo. As the grandson of the bad guy “Red Shirt” who was punished by Bocchan in Natsume Soseki’s novel Bocchan, he has hated this town which continued to be regarded with disdain, since childhood. An old man picks a quarrel with Junpei inside a streetcar as he heads to his parents’ home in Dogo. Could this man be the Bocchan who once acted violently with free abandon in Matsuyama!?
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: 'Kutabare' Bocchan is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie from 2016. and starring Kaname Endo, Tonpei Hidari, Ryo Katsuji 27-year-old Yazaki Junpei has come back to his hometown of Matsuyama in Ehime Prefecture for the first time in 10 years after working in Tokyo.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 0m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies, 'Kutabare' Bocchan deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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