Wanitokagegisu (Swimming in the Dark) (2017)

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Description:

Yuji Tomioka, a 38-year-old single man, has never dated, experiencing profound loneliness during his monotonous night shifts as a supermarket security guard. His isolated existence is a quiet struggle. One fateful night, observing a shooting star, Yuji makes a fervent wish: to finally find companionship and escape his solitude.

His wish soon manifests, though not as he might have expected. A series of inexplicable events begins to unfold within the silent aisles of the supermarket, disrupting his routine and challenging his perception of reality. Mysterious occurrences and fleeting figures emerge from the shadows, compelling Yuji into an unsettling journey. He must navigate these strange phenomena, blurring the lines between his deepest desires and unforeseen consequences. "Swimming in the Dark" delves into Yuji's quest for connection, exploring whether his wish will lead him to genuine belonging or reveal a different, perhaps more profound, form of isolation in the quiet darkness of his world.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2017

Genre:Drama