Navigating adulthood is challenging enough on its own, but when complicated by difficult circumstances, it can become overwhelming for those without the guidance and understanding needed to deal with everything they're already facing. This forms the core idea behind writer-director Neo Sora's newest film. The movie tells a coming-of-age story set in a futuristic version of Tokyo where the constant threat of a massive…

There's a distinct echo of Orwell in this futuristic story unfolding in Japan, where the constant worry about a massive earthquake looms over everyone. The Prime Minister quickly seizes on this anxiety, enacting rules that restrict people’s ability to move freely and curtail their rights. This creates problems for a group of high school students who, after playing a prank on their principal, suddenly find themselves …