

Chizu becomes enchanted by the book of botanical specimens that her late grandfather has left and looks for traces of her grandfather that she'd never met. The age-indeterminate nature of Chizu, who smokes, and the astonishing ending have resulted in a unique work that easily crosses many boundaries.
Director
Writer
Status
Released
Original Language
JA

On one random day in the San Fernando Valley, a dying father, a young wife, a male caretaker, a famous lost son, a police officer in love, a boy genius, an ex-boy genius, a game show host and an estranged daughter will each become part of a dazzling multiplicity of plots, but one story.

With only a year left to live, 17-year-old Akito finds new meaning in life by bringing joy to a terminally ill girl who has just six months remaining.