An Autumn Afternoon

In this poignant drama, we meet Shuhei Hirayama, a widowed father trying to navigate the complexities of single parenthood and aging. With his 24-year-old daughter reaching an age where she should be focusing on her own life, he comes to the difficult realization that it is not fair for him to impose his ongoing needs on her. As a result, Shuhei takes it upon himself to find a suitable spouse for his daughter, hoping to grant her independence and freedom from the responsibilities of caregiving. The film delves into themes of family, sacrifice, and generational bonds while exploring the nuances of love, duty, and the quest for happiness in later life.