Side By Side: Tonari ni Iru Hito (2023)

Other name: サイド バイ サイド 隣にいる人, サイドバイサイド 隣にいる人, Saido Bai Saido: Tonari ni Iru Hito, Saido Bai Saido, Side by Side

Description:

Side By Side: Tonari ni Iru Hito centers on Miyama, a young man gifted with the extraordinary special ability to see the thoughts of other people. He uses this mysterious power to heal individuals burdened by their personal worries and past traumas. Miyama enjoys a peaceful life alongside his girlfriend, a nurse, and her daughter. However, his quiet existence is disrupted by a strange feeling connected to Kusaka, a musician living in Tokyo who was Miyama's high school classmate. To unravel this mystery, Miyama attends Kusaka's concert. There, Kusaka reveals surprising details concerning Miyama's past and his ex-girlfriend. This revelation challenges Miyama's present tranquility and compels him to confront hidden truths and emotions. The film explores themes of healing, relationships, and the powerful impact of history.

Director: Ito Chihiro [伊藤ちひろ]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2023

Genre:Drama