Living in Your Sky (2020)

Other name: 空に住む, Sora ni Sumu, Living in the Sky

Description:

Living in Your Sky tells the compelling story of Naomi, a woman whose quiet life working for a small publishing company outside the city is suddenly upended. Her world crumbles following the unexpected death of her parents. Through her uncle's arrangement, Naomi moves to a sleek high-rise apartment building in the bustling heart of the city. Despite being surrounded by the constant energy and proximity of others, she finds herself profoundly isolated and overwhelmed by loneliness as she grapples with her immense grief.

Her solitary existence begins to shift when she has a chance encounter with Morinori, a popular actor who resides in the same modern apartment complex. Their initial meetings slowly blossom into an unexpected romantic relationship, offering Naomi a glimmer of hope and connection amidst her sorrow. This poignant film explores themes of loss, urban isolation, and the transformative power of human connection, portraying Naomi's journey from deep despair towards healing and finding solace in an unforeseen love. Based on the novel Sora ni Sumu by Masato Odake.

Director: Aoyama Shinji [青山真治]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2020

Genre:Drama; Family; Novel; Romance