Hirayama seems utterly content with his simple life as a cleaner of toilets in Tokyo. Outside of his very structured everyday routine he enjoys his passion for music and for books. And he loves trees and takes photos of them. A series of unexpected encounters gradually reveal more of his past. Japan’s entry for the Oscar, Wim Wenders is always human, humane, and warm.
“[A] simple, touching ode to working routine and everyday human connection.” — Variety
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