Drive My Car

Drive My Car

Go on living.

NR 2021 · 179 min · ★ 7.4 (2K) · Drama

Yusuke Kafuku, a stage actor and director, still unable, after two years, to cope with the loss of his beloved wife, accepts to direct Uncle Vanya at a theater festival in Hiroshima. There he meets Misaki, an introverted young woman, appointed to drive his car. In between rides, secrets from the past and heartfelt confessions will be unveiled.

Directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi · Written by Ryusuke Hamaguchi

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