In this richly empathetic epic from Academy Award-winner Ryûsuke Hamaguchi (Drive My Car), Virginie Efira (co-winner of Best Actress at the Cannes Film Festival, alongside co-star Tao Sakamoto) stars as Marie-Lou, the director of a care facility for the elderly who strives to introduce an innovative care philosophy centered on listening and respecting residents’ dignity. Facing resistance from parts of her staff, and uncertain of how best to proceed, a chance encounter with Mari (Tao Okamoto), a Japanese theater director battling cancer, will profoundly reshape her path. By forming a deep, supportive friendship, the two women join forces in a shared struggle to make the impossible possible.

Opens December 18