Memory (Kioku) (2018)

Other name: Kioku

Description:

Memory (Kioku) plunges into the life of Honjo, a highly successful lawyer in his 50s, who is abruptly diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's. His world crumbles as he finds himself forgetting crucial daily events yet constantly reliving a tragic past he desperately tried to bury: the unsolved car accident that claimed his son's life. Having spent years evading this grief by dedicating himself solely to work and neglecting his current family, Honjo now faces a brutal reality. With his memories rapidly fading, he makes a courageous decision. He commits his remaining time and lucidity to unearthing the truth of his past and pursuing justice for his son, taking on what will be his most personal and final case. This emotional drama explores memory, regret, and the pursuit of redemption against a ticking clock.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2018

Genre:Drama; Family; Investigation; Law; Mystery