The Mourner (2015)

Other name: 悼む人, 哀悼人, いたむひと, Itamu Hito

Description:

The Mourner is a deeply moving drama based on the acclaimed novel Itamu Hito by Arata Tendo. The story centers on Sakatsuki Shizuto, a quiet man who travels to various accident scenes to sincerely mourn for the deceased victims. His unusual journey crosses paths with Nagi Yukiyo, a woman who recently completed her prison sentence for killing her husband. After meeting Shizuto at the scene of her crime, she decides to follow him. Back home, Shizuto's mother Junko is terminally ill with cancer, holding onto hope for his return, while his younger sister Mishio deals with an unexpected pregnancy by her ex-boyfriend. Meanwhile, a curious magazine reporter relentlessly chases Shizuto to uncover his motivations. Through these deeply interconnected lives, the movie examines profound themes of life and death, love and hate, and sin and forgiveness. This captivating narrative offers a poignant exploration of grief, healing, and human connection that resonates with audiences.

Director: Tsutsumi Yukihiko [堤幸彦]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2015

Genre:Drama; life; melodrama; Novel