I Live in Fear

In the gripping narrative of this movie, we follow the journey of Kiichi Nakajima, an aging foundry owner who has become increasingly paranoid about an impending nuclear war. Convinced that his homeland of Japan is in grave danger and determined to protect his family at all costs, he makes a bold decision to relocate them to Brazil for their safety. However, the rest of his family questions his mental faculties, and as a result, they try to have him declared legally incompetent.Enter Dr. Harada, a Domestic Court counselor who steps in to mediate the situation. This skilled professional is faced with the complex task of navigating through Nakajima's deep-rooted fears, his family's concerns for their patriarch's wellbeing, and the larger societal implications of nuclear war. As the story unfolds, themes of familial duty, personal responsibility, and the impact of global tensions on individual lives emerge. The film artfully balances moments of tension with periods of quiet introspection, inviting audiences to engage with this deeply human drama that touches upon universal themes of love, loyalty, and the lengths one will go to protect their family's future.