Smile (2019)

A young woman has been living alone with her brother since their parents died in an accident. The mentally handicapped brother pursues his hobby, takes countless photos every day with his instant camera and collects newspaper clippings, which gradually end up in the apartment. The sister experiences a gloomy daily life between the monotonous work on the assembly line and the same rituals at home. How much she would like to escape from this daily life, but the dream of New York is not compatible with her obligations...

Director: Ryō Ushimaru
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 15 min
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Country: Japan
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja

Keywords

short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smile about?
A young woman has been living alone with her brother since their parents died in an accident. The mentally handicapped brother pursues his hobby, takes countless photos every day with his instant camera and collects newspaper clippings, which gradually end up in the apartment. The sister experiences a gloomy daily life between the monotonous work on the assembly line and the same rituals at home. How much she would like to escape from this daily life, but the dream of New York is not compatible with her obligations...
Who directed Smile?
Smile was directed by Ryō Ushimaru.
Who stars in Smile?
Smile stars Maya Kudamatsu.
How long is Smile?
Smile has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Smile?
Smile is a Drama film.
Where was Smile produced?
Smile was produced in Japan.