Dearest (2012)

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In the touching movie Dearest, Eiji Ken Takakura is a dedicated prison officer working in Hokuriku. At the age of fifty-three, Eiji faces devastating grief when he loses his beloved wife, the person he loved most in the world. Soon after, he receives an unexpected letter written by his deceased wife before her passing. In the letter, she requests that her ashes be spread in the sea next to her hometown of Nagasaki. Because she never mentioned this desire while she was alive, Eiji is left wondering about her true motives. To uncover her real intentions and find peace, Eiji decides to make the long journey to Nagasaki. Traveling in his homemade camper van, he sets off on a poignant road trip from Hokuriku, seeking to understand the final wishes of the woman he cherished. This emotional journey beautifully explores grief, enduring love, and the secrets left behind by those we hold dear.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2012

Genre:Award Winning