The Homeless Student (2008)

Other name: ホームレス中学生, ホームレス中學生2, ホームレス中学生2, 홈리스 중학생, Homuresu chugakusei

Description:

Based on the bestselling autobiography novel The Homeless Junior High School Student, the film adaptation The Homeless Student tells the touching story of Hiroshi. Following his term closing ceremony, fourteen-year-old Hiroshi returns home only to find yellow tape blocking the entrance of his house. Evicted and with nowhere to go, Hiroshi suddenly becomes homeless. Forced to adapt to this harsh reality, he begins spending his nights in public parks and even resorting to eating cardboard just to survive. This poignant movie masterfully balances laughter and tears as it depicts Hiroshi's daily struggles on the streets. Despite the overwhelming hardships of a homeless life, the young boy embarks on a profound journey of self-discovery. Through these challenging experiences, Hiroshi learns invaluable life lessons and discovers what it truly means to grow as a person, making this inspiring film a must-watch.

Duration: 1 hr. 56 min.

Director: Furumaya Tomoyuki [古厩智之]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2008

Genre:Biography; Comedy; Drama; Family