Back Hug (2014)

Other name: バックハグ〜アフィリエイトがつなぐ恋〜, Back Hug~Affiliate ga Tsunagu Koi~, Backhug

Description:

"Back Hug" explores the unexpected bond between two disparate souls. Shattered by her fourth Tokyo University Entrance exam failure, a young woman faces an uncertain future. She takes a job as a housekeeper for a Tokyo University graduate who has completely isolated himself, hidden within his room and consumed by his own struggles.

Their worlds, initially defined by her disappointment and his reclusiveness, slowly begin to intertwine. Her presence, a stark contrast to his solitude, subtly challenges his self-imposed confinement. As they navigate their daily interactions, an unlikely connection forms. This film delves into how these two improbable individuals, each wrestling with their own profound difficulties, might find solace, mutual support, and ultimately, a path forward together.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2014

Genre:Drama; Romance