The Drudgery Train (2012)

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The Drudgery Train follows the turbulent life of Kitamichi, played by Mirai Moriyama, a nineteen-year-old day laborer who only completed middle school. Struggling with alcohol addiction and an aimless lifestyle, Kitamichi has never experienced romance or true friendship. His isolated world begins to shift when he meets Kusakabe, played by Kengo Kora, and they unexpectedly become friends. At the same time, Kitamichi develops feelings for Yasuko, played by Atsuko Maeda, a young woman who works at a used bookstore. Having never had a girlfriend, Kitamichi struggles to navigate his new emotions. As he tries to find his footing in these unfamiliar relationships, intense feelings of jealousy soon arise, threatening to destroy his fragile friendship with Kusakabe. This gritty coming-of-age film paints a raw portrait of youth, loneliness, and self-sabotage. Experience the emotional roller coaster of connection and envy in The Drudgery Train.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2012

Genre:Drama; Youth