Around The Table

A quiet, gentle domestic drama that unfolds slowly, letting awkward reunions and shared meals quietly stir up old feelings.

Directed by

Soushi Matsumoto

Genres

Drama

Starring

Naomi Nishida, Miwako Ichikawa, Aino Kuribayashi

Overview

Haruko is a single mother. She has an unusual living arrangement. She lives with her son Riku, her friend Aiko and Aiko's boyfriend Sorao. One day, Yuko stays at Haruko's house to attend an art institute for the summer. Yuko is the daughter of Haruko's old friend Tomoyo. They haven't spoken for many years prior to Tomoyo reaching out to Haruko to ask if her daughter could stay with her for the summer. Haruko and Tomoyo have an uncomfortable past.

How it feels

Warm, melancholic and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Family, found family, friendship, parenthood

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

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

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