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Life Is Climbing ライフ・イズ・クライミング！
For outdoor adventurers and fans of feel-good stories about overcoming remarkable odds…an extraordinary documentary that you won’t want to miss. – Tokyo Filmgoer
Recipient of the Documentary Award at Japan Movie Critics Awards in May 2024. Koba, who is completely without sight and his sight guide Naoya, have won the IFSC Paraclimbing World Championship four times in total blind class. In 2021, they reunite with Eric Weihenmayer, a blind climber who has triumphed over the highest peaks on all seven continents, profoundly influencing Koba's life. Heading to Moab, Utah, they plan to have Koba stand on top of the famous “Fisher Towers” a dream climbing spot for Koba. An inspiring and edge-of-your-seat documentary.
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Tatsuo - a cranky but dedicated craftsman - and his daughter Haru run the traditional Takano Tofu Shop in Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture. They begin their work before dawn every day, carefully selecting beans to make their tofu. While the days are peaceful, Tatsuo learns he is in poor health and worries about his daughter being alone after his death. With the help of friends, he sets about planning a secret matchmaking strategy to find Haru a partner before the spring. This gentle, heart-warming film, leavened with a delicious dash of humour, is a must for foodies and lovers of Japanese food culture.
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