Call Me Chihiro

PG-13

2/23/20232h 11m

Digital Release (US)

~ She's always lived on her own. ~

Overview:

An unapologetic former sex worker starts working at a bento stand in a small seaside town, bringing comfort to the lonely souls who come her way.

Director:

Rikiya Imaizumi

Status:

Released

Language:

Japanese

Buget:

$0.00

Revenue:

$0.00

Key words:

high school
parent child relationship
slice of life
loneliness
based on manga
ex prostitute
calm
bento
relationships
serene
awestruck
familiar

Cast

Kasumi Arimura

~ as ~

Chihiro

Hana Toyoshima

~ as ~

Kuniko Seo / Okaji

Ryuya Wakaba

~ as ~

Taniguchi

Yui Sakuma

~ as ~

Hitomi

Van

~ as ~

Basil

Lily Franky

~ as ~

Utsumi

Jun Fubuki

~ as ~

Tae

Mitsuru Hirata

~ as ~

Bito

Toshie Negishi

~ as ~

Nagai

Itsuki Nagasawa

~ as ~

Chinatsu Ube

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Reviews (2)

Giovanni
Written 2 year(s) ago
8
Call Me Chihiro is a calm and introspective journey through lonely souls looking for their soulmates. A film that is full of meaning and humanity. Released in 2023, the film teaches us powerful lessons about family, life, forgiveness and compassion. It’s a drama about loneliness and how it is so difficult to find someone like you. It’s a movie made for those who can understand self-development and the complexity of human relationships. Growing as a human is a complex task, but if you do it with the right mindset and heart, it may actually be lovely. Find out more at Spotamovie.com - https://www.spotamovie.com/call-me-chihiro-2023-movie-review/
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Alunauwie
Written 2 month(s) ago
9
Call Me Chihiro is a contemplative film adapted from Chihirosan by Hiroyuki Yasuda, offering a deep emotional narrative told through multiple character perspectives that enrich Chihiro’s own story. Supported by stunning visuals, thoughtful music, and natural acting, the film gently immerses viewers into themes of loneliness and emotional healing. While some background elements—like Chihiro’s traumatic past and unexplained decisions—remain vague, the film still resonates strongly with those drawn to introspective, slow-paced storytelling.

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