Step (2020)

Other name: ステップ, Suteppu

Description:

"Step" beautifully illustrates the touching journey of Kenichi, a devoted single father. His life was forever altered when his wife, Tomoko, tragically passed away at a young age, leaving him to raise their daughter, Miki, on his own. For the past ten years, Kenichi, now 30, has steadfastly navigated the complexities of single parenthood, from Miki's first days in nursery school to her significant graduation from elementary school. Throughout this period, he has confronted numerous obstacles and unique challenges inherent in raising a child without a partner. The film tenderly captures their shared experiences, celebrating the profound bond that blossoms between a father and daughter as they face life's ups and downs together, taking each step forward as a united family.

Director: Iizuka Ken [飯塚健]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2020

Genre:Drama; Family