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When My Mom Died, I Wanted to Eat Her Ashes

When My Mom Died, I Wanted to Eat Her Ashes

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Status

Released

Release Date

Feb 22, 2019

Runtime

1h 48m

Genres

Drama, Family, Comedy

User Score

70%

Original Title

母を亡くした時、僕は遺骨を食べたいと思った。

Director

Tatsushi Ōmori

Description

When Satoshi was little, his mother Akiko always took good care of him. She was gentle, but mentally strong. However, two years ago she was diagnosed with cancer and now it's Satoshi's turn to comfort and care for her. However, despite his best efforts, she passes away. A year after Akiko's passing, Satoshi, his father Toshiaki and his older brother Yuichi start new lives. Around that time, Satoshi receives a present from his mother.