M/Other (1999)

Plot

Tetsuro enjoys a cozy life in Tokyo with his girlfriend Aki, balancing work and their relationship. Their routine takes a dramatic turn when Tetsuro's 8-year-old son, Shun, moves in with them while his ex-wife heals from a car accident. The sudden shift challenges their dynamic, forcing Tetsuro and Aki to navigate the complexities of parenthood and their evolving relationship amidst the unexpected presence of a child. As they adjust to this new family structure, tensions and emotions rise, leading them to discover what it truly means to be a family.