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We Couldn't Become Adults

We Couldn't Become Adults (2021)

2h 4m | PG-13

⭐ 6.467 / 10

Prodded by a friend request, a feckless forty-something recalls his past relationships from the 90s onward, looking for his vanished hopes and dreams.

Director: Yoshihiro Mori

Studio: C&I entertainment

Genre: Drama, Romance

Video: 720p

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Cast

Mirai Moriyama

Mirai Moriyama

as Makoto Satō

Sairi Ito

Sairi Ito

as Kaori Kato

Masahiro Higashide

Masahiro Higashide

as Kenta Sekiguchi

Sumire

Sumire

as Sū

Atsushi Shinohara

Atsushi Shinohara

as Toshihiko Nanase

Yuko Oshima

Yuko Oshima

as Megumi Ishida

Reviews

By Alunauwie

We Couldn't Become Adults presents a deeply emotional journey through loss and unresolved pasts, told with a compelling reverse narrative that ties beautifully into its ending. Strong performances, especially by Mirai Moriyama, elevate the storytelling, capturing the character’s growth across timelines. With thoughtful cinematography and a resonant soundtrack, the film leaves a lasting impression on drama lovers. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)