
🎬 Title: By the Window / 窓辺にて
Story: Inagaki Goro stars as a freelance writer who discovers that his wife, editor Nakamura Yuri, is involved in an affair with a well-known novelist whom she manages. Although he is deeply troubled, he struggles to confront his spouse. His life takes an unexpected turn when he meets a talented high school novelist at a literary awards event. Intrigued by the book that garnered the recognition, he expresses a desire to meet the person it depicts…
⭐ Rating: 7.8 (5 votes)
📅 Release date: November 4, 2022
⏱️ Runtime: 2 hours and 23 minutes
🎭 Genres: Drama
🎬 Director: Rikiya Imaizumi
✍️ Writer: Rikiya Imaizumi
🌍 Countries: Japan
🏢 Production companies: TV Tokyo, Lotus Wise Partners, Sazanami, CULEN, Tokyo Theatres Company

👥 Cast: Goro Inagaki (Shigemi Ichikawa), Yuri Nakamura (市川纱衣(妻子) Sai Ichikawa), Tina Tamashiro (Rua Kubo), Shion Sasaki, Mirai Shida, Yoneko Matsukane, Yuki Kura, Yoichiro Saito, Moeka Hoshi, Yuka Nakao
Editor’s note: “By the Window” (2022) encapsulates a deeply personal drama. Rikiya Imaizumi crafts a compelling narrative that emphasizes character development over unnecessary embellishments. The performances by Goro Inagaki, Yuri Nakamura, and Tina Tamashiro enhance the film’s emotional weight. With its 2-hour and 23-minute runtime, the film effectively explores its themes. While it has some imperfections, its merits far outweigh any shortcomings, making it a worthwhile addition to your watchlist if the storyline resonates with you.
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