STEP OUT (2025)

STEP OUT (2025) poster

Set in the sun-drenched landscapes of Okinawa, this heartfelt coming-of-age story follows Teruya Yō, a teenager living with his cheerful single mother, Akane, and younger sister, Mai. Despite their modest life, the family is close-knit and full of warmth. When Yō falls for Lisa, a student at a local dance school, he joins her class—discovering not only his passion for dance but a talent that quickly blossoms. Encouraged by his mother, a former dancer, Yō begins to dream big. The arrival of Hiroki, a music producer and Yō’s estranged uncle, brings news that shatters Yō's hopes of reconnecting with his absent father. As emotions erupt, long-buried truths between mother and son come to light.

Director: Yukihiko Tsutsumi
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 96 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Hideoki Mogi
Cinematography: Tatsunori Sunagawa
Editing: Kazuhiro Taira
Country: Japan
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja

Keywords

okinawa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEP OUT about?
Set in the sun-drenched landscapes of Okinawa, this heartfelt coming-of-age story follows Teruya Yō, a teenager living with his cheerful single mother, Akane, and younger sister, Mai. Despite their modest life, the family is close-knit and full of warmth. When Yō falls for Lisa, a student at a local dance school, he joins her class—discovering not only his passion for dance but a talent that quickly blossoms. Encouraged by his mother, a former dancer, Yō begins to dream big. The arrival of Hiroki, a music producer and Yō’s estranged uncle, brings news that shatters Yō's hopes of reconnecting with his absent father. As emotions erupt, long-buried truths between mother and son come to light.
Who directed STEP OUT?
STEP OUT was directed by Yukihiko Tsutsumi.
Who stars in STEP OUT?
STEP OUT stars Yukie Nakama, Soul, Ren Matayoshi, Reiri Inami, Ruka Matsuda, Ryuto Tsuha.
How long is STEP OUT?
STEP OUT has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
What genre is STEP OUT?
STEP OUT is a Drama film.
Where was STEP OUT produced?
STEP OUT was produced in Japan.