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Release, runtime and language

2021 · 105 mins · Portuguese

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Starring

Cintya Thayse Yoshisaki, Roberto Shinhti Yoshisaki, Yayoko Furukawa Yoshisaki, Nathalie Yoshisaki, Marcos Yoshi, Mitsue Furukawa

Budget

$520K

After thirteen years of separation, a family is reunited, marking the beginning of a poignant exploration of reconnection. The film follows director Marcos Yoshi’s family as they navigate the complexities of rebuilding relationships, set against the backdrop of migration between Brazil and Japan. It delves into the experiences of the dekassegui, individuals who leave Japan to seek work abroad, and the challenges faced by a family of Japanese descent balancing the demands of work with the desire to remain together.