Shoplifters

2018 · 120 min · JA · R · 7.8 (2,398 votes)

Dir. Hirokazu Kore-eda · Starring Lily Franky, Sakura Ando, Mayu Matsuoka, Kairi Jo, Miyu Sasaki, Kirin Kiki · Music Haruomi Hosono

“Sometimes you choose your family.”

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In the outskirts of Tokyo, a poor but close-knit group living on the fringes of society survives through shoplifting and odd jobs. When Osamu and his son take in a neglected young girl, their already fragile existence begins to unravel. As the family grows attached to her, buried secrets surface, forcing them to confront the true meaning of love, belonging, and what makes a family.

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A deeply empathetic and tender slow-burn, it immerses you in the fragile, bittersweet world of a found family. It's a poignant exploration of unconventional bonds, societal fringes, and the true meaning of belonging, leaving you with a quiet, reflective ache.

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