And so the Baton Is Passed (2021)

Other name: そして、バトンは渡された, そして、バトンはわたされた, 그리고 바통은 넘겨졌다, 接棒家族, Soshite, Baton wa Watasareta

Description:

And so the Baton Is Passed chronicles the unique journey of Yuko, a high school student raised amidst a series of unconventional family structures. Her free-spirited mother, Rika, remarried multiple times, leading Yuko to live with various fathers before eventually disappearing. Now, Yuko resides with her third father, Morimiya. Despite their lack of blood relation, Morimiya provides Yuko with unwavering love and a stable home, offering a deep sense of belonging she's always yearned for. The film beautifully explores the profound bonds that transcend traditional family ties, showcasing how love, support, and responsibility can be passed down through unexpected connections. It's a touching portrayal of resilience, found family, and the enduring power of unconditional affection that shapes a young woman's life.

Director: Maeda Tetsu [前田哲]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2021

Genre:Drama; Family; life; Novel