Nichiyo no Yoru Gurai wa… (2023)

Other name: 日曜の夜ぐらいは…, Nichiyou no Yoru Gurai wa…, About Sunday Night...

Description:

Nichiyo no Yoru Gurai wa… delves into the hidden narratives within seemingly ordinary urban and suburban landscapes. The film intricately weaves the lives of three distinct women, each facing unique challenges. We meet a devoted daughter diligently working part-time to support her disabled mother, a resilient woman estranged from her family who navigates the city as a dedicated cab driver, and a determined granddaughter sharing a rented home and factory work alongside her grandmother.

These three women, living far apart and unaware of each other's existence, inhabit worlds ranging from old apartment complexes to suburban rented houses, with cabs constantly running through the cities. Despite their physical distance and diverse backgrounds, their paths are fatefully intertwined. Their lives converge through an unexpected encounter facilitated by a radio program, revealing profound connections and shared human experiences beneath the surface of their everyday struggles. This is a story of resilience, unexpected bonds, and the quiet strength found in ordinary lives.

Producer: TV AsahiABC

Director: Shinjo Takehiko [新城毅彦]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2023

Genre:life