Plot: Kaho is a high school student who takes care of her mentally ill mom after Kaho's father died. Money is tight with her mother unable to work, and Kaho is too proud to ask others for help. A boy notices that she's struggling and he tries to help, but Kaho doesn't want to accept his help.
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April 17, 2025
A touching drama about a young girl struggling to survive. Hiranami's been around for a while, but this is only his first film I've watched. He has a knack for drama, that much is clear, but it's a popular genre with countless entries each year, and Search Light didn't do quite enough to stand out.
There's nothing really wrong with it though. The performances are strong, the emotional core is on point, and the runtime is perfect. There is no fat to trim, there are several dramatic highlights, and the ending is perfection. It's a lovely little film, it just lacks something to make it truly special.