Come On, Irene (2018)

Other name: 愛しのアイリーン, Itoshi no Irene, Irene of Love, Beloved Irene

Description:

"Come On, Irene" is a compelling drama adapted by director Keisuke Yoshida from Hideki Arai's 1990s manga series with the same title. The film centers on Iwao Shishido, a man who, at age forty, suddenly makes the decision to leave his quiet rural village. His family's lives are further upended when Iwao unexpectedly returns years later, not just during the solemn occasion of his father's funeral, but accompanied by a vibrant foreign bride named Irene. Her arrival during such a sensitive and traditional time creates an immediate culture shock and palpable tension among his relatives. This startling introduction of an outsider into a deeply personal moment of grief forces Iwao's family to confront his unconventional choices and the new reality he brings, setting the stage for a dramatic exploration of family bonds, cultural differences, and the surprising paths one's life can take.

Director: Yoshida Keisuke [吉田恵輔]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2018

Genre:Comedy; Drama; Kidnapping; Novel; Romance; Suspense