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I Am What I Am

Name: I Am What I Am
Genre: Drama
Released: 2022-12-16
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 7.3

★ 7,3 /10 (16 Votes)

2022 JA 104 min

Overview

Kasumi doesn't know what love is and she doesn't have any feeling of romance. Due to her sister's marriage, her mother arranged a formal marriage arrangement without her permission. At the meeting, she met a man who is just seeking a friend.

Release date

16/12/2022

Votes

Popularity

1.1

Genres

Drama

Status

Released

Original title

そばかす

Language

Runtime

104 min

Toko Miura

Kasumi Sobata

Atsuko Maeda

Maho Yonaga

Marika Ito

Mutsumi Shinohara

Maki Sakai

Natsumi Sobata

Hiroki Miyake

Junichi Sobata

Reiko Tajima

Kasumi's Grandmother

Kuu Izima

Sho Kogure

Kou Maehara

Tsuyoshi Yashiro

Takumi Kitamura

Hikaru Tendo

Mizuki Maehara

Chizuru Asano

Original Soundtrack

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I Am What I Am tackles the rarely discussed topic of sexual attraction and societal pressure to marry, highlighting how such expectations often clash with individual choices. The film presents its story simply and sincerely through Kasumi’s everyday life, creating an intimate atmosphere despite a slower pace and occasional shaky camerawork. Supported by strong performances, thoughtful color composition, and fitting music, the film leaves a lasting impression by inviting viewers to reflect on acceptance and personal freedom. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)

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