The First Supper (2019)

Other name: 最初の晩餐, Saisho no Bansan

Description:

The First Supper tells a poignant story of family, grief, and culinary memories. Cameraman Rintaro journeys back to his hometown to attend his father's funeral. During preparations, his mother, Akiko, unexpectedly cancels the planned catered meal, insisting she will prepare the food herself. Rintaro and his sister Miyako are uneasy with this decision but feel powerless to intervene. When the funeral reception begins, Rintaro, Miyako, and other relatives are mortified to find an empty table. Akiko then explains that cooking the first meal for her husband's funeral was his specific dying wish. The initial dish served is simple, fried eggs. Rintaro takes a bite, instantly recognizing the profound familiarity of the taste, realizing it is exactly like the fried eggs his father used to make for them. This discovery brings an unexpected moment of comfort and connection amid their sorrow.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2019

Genre:Family; Food