Non-ko (2008) 1080p Official

While the film deals with themes of failure and "no-win" situations, it maintains a humorous tone that keeps it from being purely depressing.

The movie follows (played by Maki Sakai), a mid-30s divorcée and failed actress who returns to her childhood home at a Shinto shrine to help her family with chores. Her aimless life is disrupted when she meets Masaru (played by Gen Hoshino), a naive young man trying to set up a stall at the local shrine festival. Director: Kazuyoshi Kumakiri Starring: Maki Sakai, Gen Hoshino, and Shingo Tsurumi Genre: Drama / Comedy Runtime: 105 minutes Non-Ko (2008) 1080p

“Sakai's character isn't very likable... but somehow she makes her internal disappointment with life palpable and it brings you along for the ride.” IMDb Nonko 36-sai (kaji-tetsudai) (2008) - IMDb While the film deals with themes of failure

Reviewers have pointed out memorable, quirky scenes, such as adults carefully walking alongside baby chicks under the sun. Community Perspectives Director: Kazuyoshi Kumakiri Starring: Maki Sakai