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Perfect Days
Institute of Contemporary Arts
Perfect Days, dir. Wim Wenders, Japan / Germany 2023, Japanese with English subtitles, 125 min. PG.

The latest film from acclaimed filmmaker Wim Wenders (Paris, Texas, Wings of Desire), tells the story of Hirayama, a contemplative middle-aged man who lives a life of modesty and serenity, spending his days balancing his job as a caretaker with his passion for music, literature and photography.

Combining a refreshingly unstereotypical depiction of the Japanese capital with a soundtrack comprised of iconic hits from the 60s and 80s, this is a subtle, shimmering and ultimately life-affirming reflection on finding beauty in the everyday world around us. Japan’s entry for Best International Film at the 2024 Academy Awards.
 
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