Plot: Sawada works as an assistant to an established artist. He has original ideas, but he isn't allowed to execute them. When he has an accident and breaks his arm, he is fired from his job. He takes on a temp job in a convenience store and sells a random painting to make a quick buck. That painting will change his life.
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April 14, 2025
Ogigami's latest is another pleasant film, but I'd be lying if I said I don't miss the heights of her earlier work. Ogigami made a name with a fun mix of witty comedy and heartfelt drama, the former has been missing from her films for a while now. And while her dramas are nice, they don't compete with the best in the genre.
There are some quirkier moments, but they're never overtly funny. The plight of an artist struggling with his art is a little blasé, and the runtime's a bit long. Luckily, the performances are strong, there are some touching moments, and the drama never weighs the rest of the film down. It's a good film, but it's not one of her best.