One Last Throw

A sincere, slow-building true story that earns its tears through quiet perseverance and the warmth of people who refuse to give up.

Directed by

Jun Akiyama

Genres

Drama

Starring

Takaya Matsutani, Kyoka Suzuki, Kentaro Maeda

Overview

Shintaro Yokota, at 18, fulfilled his childhood dream with a dazzling pro debut. Embraced by a loving family and his team, he had a bright career lay ahead—until something felt wrong with his vision. A medical examination delivered a diagnosis no young athlete should ever hear: a brain tumor. Driven by a single desire to play baseball and supported by those who never stopped believing in his comeback, he fought on until his final game, which saw a miracle no one had imagined. The true story of Yokota that continues to move and inspire us all.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic, uplifting and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Survival, family, ambition, grief

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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