The Lines that Define Me (2022)

Other name: 線は、僕を描く, Sen wa, Boku wo Egaku, Sen wa, Boku o Egaku, The Lines that Draw Me

Description:

"The Lines that Define Me" introduces a college student plunged into deep sorrow following the devastating loss of his parents in a traffic accident. His path unexpectedly crosses with a renowned suibokuga ink painting artist during an exhibition. Drawn to the student for reasons unknown, the artist makes a surprising offer, taking him under his wing as a disciple.

This new chapter, however, faces immediate scrutiny from the artist's skeptical niece, who not only dismisses the student's potential but also challenges him to an intense competition for a significant art award. Despite his initial disinterest in painting, the student slowly finds himself immersed in the artistic process. With every stroke of the brush, he begins to confront his grief, using the flowing lines to express emotions previously unspoken. This transformative journey sees him not only mastering an ancient art form but also finding a profound way to heal and redefine himself through the power of creation.

Director: Koizumi Norihiro [小泉徳宏]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2022

Genre:Childhood; Drama; life; Novel; School; Trauma