Red (2020) - full transcript

Hi, Midori's Mother

Hello

Midori

It's my mother!

- Bye, Miss Kuroki
-Goodbye

- Excuse us.
-Bye

See you.

Oh, hello.

- Hi there.
-Hi

My wife is at work.

Mother works hard!



Such a good boy.

I did the squiddy dance with Yui.

You did? With Yui?

- Were you good?
-Yes.

Tonight's dinner is Hamburg steak.

Yay!

I'm home!

Midori.

You dance wonderfully.

Perhaps you can take ballet.

Toko

Yes.

When may I use the kitchen?

Yes, right away.



Oh, no rush.
Tell me when you are done.

Yes.

Welcome back.

What a day.

Long day.

Shin, I made you Hamburg steak.

I'm full, actually.
I see.

Hi, Mother
Hello

Shin I prepared simmered fish.

Really? I'll have some.

Shall I warm up?

How thoughtful.

- Let me.
-Thank you.

Oh, Shin.

Your father will return for a few days next month.

I'll be in Beijing next month for work.

How busy a trading company employee is

True.

I almost forgot. Toko?

There's a mall development get-together this weekend.

Your lace dress would be perfect.

Isn't it a bit too cutesy?

I like it.

To your hard work.

- Ah, you kindly added sliced ginger!
- Looks delicious.

- Thank you.
- Enjoy.

It's good.

You've always loved fish so.

You adored splendid alfonsino as a boy.

- I did?
- You did.

Don't you remember?

That was good, Toko.

Thanks.

I want us to take a trip together.

Maybe after Midori enters grade school

Is it okay?

Sounds nice.

The heavy snowfall

has stopped all forms of travel within Niigata Prefecture.

Due to the snow, the Hokuriku Shinkansen is..

Expressways in Niigata are

closed to both lanes.

Highway 17 in Niigata has been closed.

Road reopenings are unknown as of now

Information we have at this time is..

Today's railways and airplanes will be....

Hallelujah by Jeff Buckley

I'm frightened.

Of what?

That we'll be trapped like this forever.

Keep it on.

I read your book, Mr. Ichikawa.

It was my good luck to encounter you book.

You flatter me.

How to say...

It paved the correct path for my work.

Not only for myself..

It has good pointers for housewives too.

Such kind words.

This is Toko, right?

May I borrow your husband for a moment?

Excuse me.

Such a well-tempered wife.

Forgive her inability with words.

Mrs. Muranushi...

from you husband.

Thank you.

My husband's calling me...

Please, join us.

Excuse me.

Kurata?

It's been years.

The architecture business is small.
Everyone's connected.

Surprised?

I closed my architectural firm.

It was too much trouble.

I'm designing at a friend's firm now.

It's a new car, no?

It's been ten years, after all.

Ten years...

Like a distant past.

Do you remember that sketch?

The one I did in college?

That's right.

You dream room sketch.

What's so funny?

Sorry.

Your lines were so crappy.

Do you remember it?

I do remember that day.

It was the day I met you.

You stopped drawing?

Yes, I gave it up.

I have a daughter.

How old is she?

Six years old.

I bet she's pretty.

And your husband?

He's a kind man.

He's devoted to our daughter.

I wanted to continue working.

But I'm fortunate. I'm very happy now.

You're still the same.

It's sweltering outside.

It really is. Let's go inside.

- We're home!
- Hi.

- Mama, I'm thirsty.
- Really?

I'm perspiring so much.

Japan has become a tropical country.

Mama, apple juice.
(Walking in the day is a bad idea.)

There's a letter for you.

For me?

It's rare, no?

Thank you.

I'll get changed.

You are Ms. Toko Muranushi.

Age 32.. spatial designer...

Looking at your job history...

I see a big gap in your career.

I worked until I got married and then I gave birth.

I see. I got it.

Kurata, can you take a look?

Toko, eat the tofu.

Their beef is incredible.

I've wanted to take you here.

Thank you for giving me such a nice meal.

It's our anniversary and thanks for attending the party.

Everyone loved your dress.

Want my garland?

Umm.

Shin.

Look..when Midori enters school next year,

I am thinking to work again.

What?

What what?

You don't have to work, right?

Have to?

Don't you remember?

Remember what?

I said, "I want to keep working after marriage."

You said, "Of course"

With no suitable nursery schools available,
it wasn't an option.

All right. Why not give a try?

Really?

Umm... Go for it.

Thank you.

I'll consult with Mother about it.

Sorry, but I have to go back to work after this
because of early morning schedule.

Yes?

Congratulations.

Our company decided to hire you.

Isn't that great?

Kurata, you're the worst.

You're a terrible guy who knows me too well.

Can't wait.

I'm sure everyone will just love you.

For the ceiling finishing material, we want teak.

That was the original idea.

It won't fit the budget.

What's that, Kodaka?

Here he comes.

He's coming..
Every time, always...

It won't fit.

Am I right?

You're a cold hearted dude.

Maybe we can manage it.

It's possible to cut down
expenses on this side here.

How about showing the beams?

A skeleton structure?

Yes.

This will meet the client's request
to feel the warmth of wood.

And how about indirect illumination?

Great idea.

Good.

Are you the new girl?

I'm not young enough to be a girl.

You're rather cute.

Let's go out sometime. How about it?

Not a good idea.
Toko Muranushi is married.

Kodaka, we've got a meeting.

Sorry.

Talk to you later.

I'm Kodaka.

Nice to meet you.

- Hurry up.
- Sorry.

There he goes again...

He's always like that. Be careful.

Can you update the model?

- Will do.
- Great, thanks.

Kurata.

Huh?

You know each other?

Let's go drinking sometime.

I'm asking Toko.

Smooth communication is of vital importance.
Will you join us, Kurata?

No.

Right.

Toko

Surprised?

Well, sure I am.

Look at you!

Wait, is it okay to do this?

Don't worry. Now, where shall we go?

- Come on.
- Just enjoy the view.

What a beautiful moon.

sometimes I come here after drinking.

It's my first time.

I hit it!

Well done.

So, Toko...

Your parents split up, right?

Your mom raised you.

How do you know?

80% of my girls have no dads.
You had it tough, no?

Sort of.

Kurata might be the same.

You two are alike.

He's off on his own not caring about a thing..

even himself.

When did you two meet?

Ten years ago.

He was married then.
Yes.

I was an assistant at his firm while in school.

Look..

Switch your hands.

Grip it higher to make the bat shorter.

Eye the ball carefully...

Eye it, then swing.

You fucked him.

I didn't.

- You're lying.
- I'm not.

Really?

Really.

Then, it's cool.

If you do it, do it right.

You're an erotic one.

What the hell?

Hold it. Where are you going?

Are you serious?

Morning.
Good Morning.

Your muscles must be sore.

They're okay.

It's my brain muscle that's sore.

It's called a hangover.

Good morning.

Morning.

We went out last night.

We just rode a bicycle together.

Sore loser.

Come on. Black looks great.

I like black, but...

Look here. It'll match well.

Can someone get the black samples?

Excuse me.

Kurata needs help with
a sake brewery renovation in Niigata.

He needs an assistant?

I can't go.
Count me out.

Is there anyone available?

Well...

I could do it.

No way. You already have a full workload.

You have a family too.

Besides, Kurata's one tough cookie.

I'll be fine.

Good, it's decided.

Go with Kurata today

and order building material.

Yes.

I'll get the samples.

Thank you.

Don't over do it.

Where shall we go?

Let me hear...

your voice.

Kurata

More

So, this is it.

What is?

Your room.

What is your house like?

I've always wondered.

You've seen this view.

You've sat on this sofa.

You've walked this cold stone.

ah… 「Hallelujah」 I remember this.

When did you get divorced?

Four years ago.

You read this all the time.
"In Praise of Shadows" by Junichiro Tanizaki.

I bought it when I started studying architecture.

It's worn-out, but I can't bring myself to throw it away.

I only keep what's necessary.

I got sick four years go.

I tossed all my things.

You got sick?

Malignant lymphoma.

It's a cancer of the blood.

I'm fine now.

Are you cured?

I'll drive you back.

Where are you headed in such heavy snow?

Tokyo.

You shouldn't

You can only use side roads.

Here are your Noppe noodles.

Thank you.

It's warm.

Warm food works the best on nights like this.

Let's eat.

I remember you polishing off
a whole plate of simmered taro.

I was young.

Kurata, you always gave me your taro

I actually like taro, you know.

You know what?

This summer, let's go for eel in Kyoto again.

Getting ahead of yourself.

I am.

We'll go for sure.

Yes.

You won't get my eel.

Good morning. You're early.

Working on a new project?

My own thing.

Taking orders from outside caused me to lose sight of

my original ideas.

I couldn't help wondering what my ideal house would be.

I thought to give it a try.

What are you seeing?

I was curious about the view from this window.

It's too small.

I want to see more.

Let's make it bigger.

What is it you see from the window?

Can you imagine?

I dealt with the cafe project.
I'm off now.

Congrats on going full-time.

Thank you.

Keep on the Niigata project.

Midori, come down. You'll catch a cold.
Mom will come soon.

Miss Kuroki, play hopscotch with me.

Hopscotch? Sure, come join us, Midori.

I'm sorry.

I told you Mother couldn't pick her up today.

It's the kindergarten's problem too.

But it happened while she was waiting, right?

If you had been on time...

such won't happen right?

Shin, you will wake Midori.
Fortunately, her injury wasn't serious.

I want to know why...
Not now, okay?

- I don't want this...
- Stop

I forgot to buy bread on the way home.

Midori likes eating bread for breakfast

I'll go get some.

Would tea help?

Thank you.

Is your companion okay?

It's none of your business.

Sorry about that. Here you go.

Thank you.

Dear...

Tea here.

He lost his sight 14 years ago.

Ever since our earthquake.

Well, as long as he's alive, it's fine.

Right, dear?

Ah... You don't have to.

Thank you.

A woman's work

Want one?

Then...

It's my first in years.

It's tough being a woman.

Got a sec?

What?

I cooled down and thought it over.

Toko, isn't it time you left your job?

No...

It's not only Midori's accident.

You're unable to keep up with the housework.

It's unlike you.

Unlike me?

Also...

my parents think we should
perhaps have another child.

I want a boy, you know.

I was an only child. It was boring.

Think if Midori were a big sister.

And we had a little boy, they'd be adorable.

It's so big!

Here you go.

Shall we make a toast?

Merry Christmas!

Here.

What's this?

It's a present. Open it.

Isn't this
"In Praise of Shadows" by Junichiro Tanizaki

Keep it.

You keep it.

Why?

It sounds like you're going away.

I'm sorry...

I can't keep this.

This...It won't work.

I can't...

It's not possible.

Why now?

I can't see you anymore.

I wanted this 10 years ago.

By this drink, this house is blessed.

This house drinks, the village is blessed.

Happy new year.

Happy new year.

The flow of consumers within a shopping mall is of vital importance.

That's true. I can't decide how to manage the flow to parking areas.

When self-driving cars arrive, that'll be less important, so consider that.

Please, no shop talk today.

How about you, Yoko?

I wouldn't know...

As a regular person, I'd like you input

Say, train stations being
transformed into shopping malls.

To me..

It's weird if all the stations look and feel the same.

Mother, Grandmother, look!

You draw so well.

You're so lucky.
Both grandmothers are here.

It's a double day, today!

Such a beautiful grandma.

Yoko-san..

perhaps your divorced husband would be happy to see Midori.

Father contacts us only once or twice a year.

I can imagine how busy he is working overseas.

But I'm sure he wants to see his granddaughter

Maybe ask next time he returns.

Sorry, but I'm not feeling well.

Are you all right?

I'm terribly sorry but excuse me.

Midori, see you again.

What was that, Mom?

I knew I shouldn't have come.

When will you stop lying about your dad?

I have no choice. Shin wants it this way.

Working overseas?

He's just some bastard who ran off with another woman.

You're pathetic.

Pathetic?

You're happy living a lie?

They're the happy ones, no?

I haven't listened to you since I was 16.

You've never truly loved a man.

Do as you like,. It's your life Toko.

But isn't being human about

how much love you create before you die?

Happy new year.

Let's make this a good year.

Thank you.

We can't decide on this without Kurata

So, now what?

Good morning.

Morning.

What's happening?

The sake brewery renovation

There's just ten days until the opening and Kurata's taken ill.

That's how it is.

You'll have to go to Niigata with Kodaka.

You'll be in charge there. Toko.

I'll be going now.

Call me when you arrive at the hotel. I'm worried.

I will.

Take care.

Midori, did we wake you?

Where are you going?

I'm working today.

But I'll see you tomorrow, okay?

Give me a hug.

Listen to Father and Grandmother.

Mother, will you really come home?

Of course, I will.

I'm going now.

Careful, it's super slippery.

I'll carry that.
No, I'm okay.
It's cool.

It's so beautiful.

Hard to believe he came here often.

It's ice cold, no?

My nose almost froze off.

I'm sorry Kurata couldn't come.

Instead, we have his awesome assistant.

I'm Toko Muranushi.

Ms. Muranushi

Can we raise those more?

Thank you.

She's giving it her all.

We never thought we'd be able to use this place again.

We are grateful. We owe it to Mr. Kurata.

You make fine sake. You're sure to get many guests from abroad.

That's good.

- It's warm in here.
- It is.

Kodaka, let me.

It's okay. Sit down.

Thank you. I appreciate it.

- Toko.
- What?

Did you guys break up?

We did.

I knew it.

Thank you.

Let's not talk about it.

We don't have to.

I'm just personally curious.

Personally curious?

Forget it.

In any case.

I am worried about Kurata.

He was hospitalized after Christmas.

How about getting a divorce and marrying Kurata?

-I can't.
-Why?

I guess that's normal.

Within Kurata...

is an empty space he lets no one fill.

How boring.

You've known it since the beginning.

You know.

You two are one and the same.

Even with a family, you've got an empty space inside.

This sucks.

Have you ever..

seen so much snow?

Finally, it's done!

I didn't think we'd make it.

I know.

Thank you for working all night long.

Thank you.

It's great you can open as planned.

Thank you very much.

I wish Kurata were here.

Please give Kurata a bottle of our Yamahai Jikomi.

He likes it.

Thank you.

But it looks like you're going to have to stay the night.

Will you be okay?

All trains and planes have stopped.

We'll spend the night and leave in the morning.

I'll call the office.

I'll do that.

Go call your family.

Thanks.

This snow is nuts.

It certainly is.

Hello, Shin?

The snow has stopped the trains and I can't go home today.

I'll have to stay another night. I'm sorry.

Come home.

Can you take a taxi back?

Mother isn't home and I'm busy.

I really can't go back.
Can't you leave work early?

No way. I can't leave just like that.

Anyway, go home soon.
You're a mother.

A mother?

Aren't you a father too?

I work hard, no?

I provide for you, no?

All right. I'll find a sitter.

Is that okay?

No.

Your most important job is being a mother.

Midori has two parents.
You and me.

Then, tell me...

Where were you Christmas night?

At midnight...

What did you do?

Answer me!

All right.

Fine, I'll go home!

- Something wrong?
- I'm going home.

For real?

- I must go home.
- Wait, hold it.

Wait... Come with me.

Calm down. It's impossible.

He ordered me to.

He said a mother must take care of her daughter.

This isn't 100 years ago, you know

Even in 1000 years, men will still be men.

Seriously..

why did you marry?

You wouldn't understand.

All right.

I'm sorry.

Thank you.

You okay?

How?

I was worried.

Let's go back.

We'll be in Tokyo in a night's drive.

Toko?

How are you getting home?

I'll be home by morning.

Look, I'm worried how you're doing in the heavy snow.

and if you're safe.

I'm worried if you are someplace warm

I can't help wondering if you will ever come home again.

Toko...

you should have said something.

Shin..

you know what?

I never ignored your calls. Not once.

I always put the family first.

I couldn't say anything.

It's best for the family that way.

Is it my fault?

Sorry.

It's not.

It's my fault.

I believed my patience...

would make everything perfect.

I don't know why..

Shin

To you...

what is marriage?

To be..

together with the love of my life.

Say, you really don't remember?

That sketch you drew...

when we first met.

I'd never seen such crappy lines.

The perspective was a mess.

There was this insanely huge window.

No one would build that house.

Kurata...

Small and large..

round and square...windows.

Please stop.

the windows... they...

looked like picture frames.

From the windows...

the horizon was right there.

That was...

my favorite part.

No.

Everything is..

my favorite part.

I've been looking for you.

All the time.

Kurata...

I want my life to be with yours.

I see your face so clearly.

One last time...

make love to me..

Toko

Kurata

Why

Why the sad face?

Someday, I will see it.

That wonderful, ideal house of yours.

Mommy!

Mommy!

Mommy!

Mommy!

Mommy, let's go home.

Let's go home!

Let's go home!

Mommy!

Kurata

Let's go together/ Let's live together.
(T/N: Same pronunciation)