The Garden of Words (2013)
On rainy mornings, a young aspiring shoemaker skips school to find solitude in a Tokyo garden. There, he repeatedly encounters a mysterious, melancholic older woman. Their quiet, shared moments develop into an unexpected friendship. They confide in each other, offering comfort from their respective loneliness and personal struggles. The story explores themes of transient connection and the unspoken support that can be found in brief encounters, all set against the backdrop of the rainy season's beauty.
Mean Rank
B
Mean Score
79/100
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About The Garden of Words
Director: Makoto Shinkai
Cast: Miyu Irino, Kana Hanazawa, Fumi Hirano
Language: Japanese, English
Runtime: 46 min
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