Gekokujo Juken (2017)

Other name: 下剋上受験

Description:

The heartwarming drama Gekokujo Juken follows Shinichi Sakurai, played by Sadao Abe, who is happily married to Kanako, played by Kyoko Fukada. Together with their daughter, Kaori, played by Mikuu Yamada, they lead a joyful but financially modest life. Having only completed a middle school education, both Shinichi and Kanako face limitations, especially Shinichi, who feels the harsh realities of his academic background at work. Everything changes when Shinichi discovers Kaori’s poor score on a national test. Determined to secure a brighter future for his daughter and save her from the struggles he faced, the 41-year-old father decides to take drastic action. He begins studying intensely alongside Kaori, personally tutoring her for the rigorous middle school entrance exam. Gekokujo Juken is an inspiring story of parental love, family bonding, and the ultimate dedication to education, proving that a family's determination can overcome any obstacle.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2017

Genre:Drama; Family