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The Land of Hope
Why this pick
Its working-class characters face a life-altering crisis with the same direct, emotionally bruising realism and concern for how external forces strain intimate relationships.
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MOVIE2015 1h 38m JPN
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Why this pick
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Why this pick
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Why this pick
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01 / THE STORY
A little about the film.
Ken was making his life by smuggling methamphetamine with long time buddy, Kazu. Ken has decided to start a new life when he learned that his girlfriend, Saki, became pregnant. At the same time, Ken finds out that Kazu started selling on the side without getting approval from his boss, Mr. Todo. Ken tries to stop Kazu; however, instead, Kazu approaches a new partner.
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02 / FACES IN THE FRAME
The people who bring it to life.
Shinsuke Kato
