52 Hertz no Kujiratachi (2024)

Other name: 52 Hertz Whales , Go Juu Ni Herutsu no Kujiratachi , ごじゅうにヘルツのクジラたち , 52-Hertz Whales คลื่นเสียงที่ไม่มีใครได้ยิน

Description:

"52 Hertz no Kujiratachi" delves into the harrowing life of Mishima Kiko, a woman who has endured profound family exploitation. From her mother's neglect in childhood to relentless mental and physical abuse from her mother, stepfather, and younger stepbrother after remarriage, Kiko felt completely alienated. Disconnecting from her Tokyo family, she seeks solace by moving to a serene seaside town in Oita, desperately searching for a place where she truly belongs.

In this new environment, Kiko meets Mushi, a 13-year-old boy silenced by trauma from his own mother's abuse. Mushi's quiet suffering immediately strikes a chord with Kiko, mirroring her past self and sparking an undeniable connection. As she recognizes her younger self in Mushi, their shared experiences begin to knit an unexpected bond, offering both a path toward mutual understanding and the potential for profound healing amidst their newfound coastal sanctuary.

Duration: 2 hr. 15 min

Director: Narushima Izuru

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2024

Genre:life; Trauma