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At the Bench

At the Bench

One bench, five stories, countless feelings.

2024 · 86 min · ★ 6.8 · Drama, Comedy

In the middle of a riverside park stands a single bench. One evening, a couple of childhood friends who hadn’t seen each other in a while meet up at this bench. Although awkward at times, they sit there exchanging gentle words of affection.

Directed by Yoshiyuki Okuyama · Written by Miku Ubukata

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