终归大海

"Return to the Sea" is a drama film directed by Ryutaro Nakagawa. The film is adapted from the novel of the same name, telling the story of how the protagonist gets out of grief and faces life again after relatives and friends disappear. Actors such as Yukino Kishii, Minami Hamabe, Haruka Sugino and Toshi Nakazaki play the main roles.

The protagonist in the story, Mana, has been unable to show her true face because of shrinking. Until she meets the free-spirited and mysterious Sumire, and the two become good friends. However, Sumire suddenly disappeared after traveling alone. Five years later, Mana still can't accept the fact that Sumire is no longer there, and she is indignant at the attitudes around her that regard Sumire as a dead person. One day, Mana gets a video camera that Sumire cherishes very much from Sumire's ex-boyfriend Tono. This camera preserves the time Mana and Sumire spent together, and also reveals Sumire's secrets that Mana does not know.

In order to face Sumire again, Mana decided to go to the place where Sumire traveled last. She longs to know the truth about Sumire's disappearance and to re-examine her friendship with her. During this journey, Mana will face her inner struggle and pain, and at the same time, she will find the strength to get out of the shadows.

"Return to the Sea" has attracted people with its touching plot and in-depth characterization audience attention. Through the growth story of the main character, Mana, the film explores the pain and struggle after losing relatives and friends, and how to find hope and courage again. The brilliant performances of actors such as Yukino Kishii and Minami Hamabe give the characters real emotion and life, allowing the audience to connect with them.