Café Lumière

Year: 2005

Runtime: 103 min

Language: Japanese

Director: Hsiao-hsien Hou

Drama

Amidst the peaceful residential areas of Tokyo, a freelance writer named Yoko forges a quiet friendship with Hajime, the owner of a local bookstore. She finds a sense of calm and solace in their connection, a welcome respite from the bustling city. However, Yoko's personal struggles and inner anxieties linger, potentially jeopardizing the tranquility she has found and the deepening bond she shares with Hajime.

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