The trailer for Ryuya Suzuki’s upcoming movie Jinsei offers a poignant glimpse into the life of a bullied boy living quietly in a Sendai housing complex. Following a fateful meeting with a transfer student, the boy finds inspiration to pursue his father’s path and dreams of becoming an idol.
Set against the backdrop of pressing social issues—ranging from elderly drivers and the harsh realities of the entertainment world to the mysterious deaths of young people and the shadow of war—Jinsei captures the bittersweet journey of its protagonist. As he unexpectedly rises to fame, the film delves into the complexities of a life marked by both beauty and sorrow.
The story raises a compelling question: what fate awaits “the man who was never called by his real name” at the end of his journey? Jinsei promises to reveal a perspective never before seen on screen.
