Phases of the Moon (2022)

Other name: 月の満ち欠け, Tsuki no Michikake, The Waxing and Waning of the Moon

Description:

Phases of the Moon explores the profound impact of loss and the enduring power of connection. Osanai Kei enjoys a peaceful and happy life with his wife, Osanai Kozue, and daughter, Osanai Ruri. Their serene existence shatters when Osanai Kozue and Osanai Ruri tragically die in an accident, leaving Osanai Kei's life irrevocably changed.

His world is upended when a mysterious man named Misumi Akihiko visits, bringing startling revelations. Misumi Akihiko discloses that on the very day of the accident, Osanai Ruri, who was a complete stranger to him, was on her way to meet him. He then shares the poignant story of Masaki Ruri, a woman he once deeply loved. As these seemingly unrelated individuals and their pasts intertwine, a compelling narrative unfolds, revealing how love forms unexpected bonds and bridges seemingly impossible divides. This poignant drama, adapted from Sato Shogo's novel, delves into the mysteries of fate and human connection.

Director: Hiroki Ryuichi [廣木隆一]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2022

Genre:Accident; Drama; Novel; Romance