After the Rain
Akira Tachibana is a soft-spoken high school student who used to be a part of the track and field club. Working part-time at a restaurant, she finds herself inexplicably falling in love with her manager, a divorced 45-year-old man.
Details
Release Date: 5/25/2018
Runtime: 111 minutes
Languages: Japanese
Director: Akira Nagai
00Production
Companies: Toho Pictures, AOI Pro., jeki, GYAO, Hakuhodo DY Music & Pictures, Hakuhodo DY Media Partners, KDDI, Shogakukan, Stardust Pictures, Nippan Group Holdings, Hakuhodo, TOHO
Countries: Japan
Where to watch · JP
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Alunauwie
After the Rain is a heartfelt live-action adaptation of Mayuzuki Jun’s manga, portraying a unique connection between 17-year-old Akira and 45-year-old Masami, where romance subtly mirrors Akira’s lost passion for running. Rather than focusing on forbidden love, the film emphasizes personal growth, as Akira’s unrequited feelings inspire her to rediscover her determination to return to the track despite past injuries. While the film offers strong performances and a light, reflective tone, it could benefit from a more conclusive ending and stronger character development, especially for Masami. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)
