Colorful

In a world where the line between the living and the unseen blurs at the edge of a midnight train platform, a weary spirit arrives at a station that marks the end of all journeys. There, an enigmatic overseer informs the newcomer that, contrary to expectation, a second chance is being granted. The spirit is transplanted into the body of a fourteen‑year‑old boy, Makoto Kobayashi, who has just stepped away from his own life. Watching over this uneasy rebirth is a neutral, child‑like guide named Purapura, whose calm presence hints at both mystery and purpose.

The arrangement comes with a ticking condition: the borrowed life will only endure for a limited span, and within that window the occupant must uncover the greatest error that led to his previous demise. This quest is less about solving a mystery and more about confronting the weight of forgotten regrets, while learning to navigate the everyday rhythms of adolescence—school, family, and the subtle currents of social life. The tone balances delicate melancholy with an undercurrent of quiet hope, inviting the audience to wonder what it truly means to be “lucky” when given another shot at existence.

Set against a contemporary Japanese backdrop, the story blends ordinary teenage concerns with an ethereal, almost meditative atmosphere. The interplay between Makoto’s tentative steps into a world he once abandoned and Purapura’s gentle, impartial guidance creates a dynamic that feels both intimate and universal. As the clock ticks, the film asks viewers to consider how a single soul might rediscover meaning, confront lingering shadows, and ultimately choose to paint the remaining days with color, even before the final revelation arrives.

Last Updated: August 10, 2025 at 08:24