The Kirishima Thing

The Kirishima Thing

2012 · 103 min · ★ 6.9 · Drama

A story about the disappearance of Kirishima, a star athlete of the volleyball club, and how his disappearance affects every person in school.

Directed by Daihachi Yoshida · Written by Daihachi Yoshida

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