Professional boxer Eiji Kamiyama had been attempting a comeback in the Philippines but hit 40 without a fight. Suddenly, his daughter Momoko arrives with news of her mother's death. Disturbed by their reunion, Momoko and Eiji start an awkward life together, seeking what it means to be a parent and child. Miraculously granted a fight, Eiji decides to battle for their own place in the world. This story portrays the growth and existence of a "parent" and "child," set against the backdrop of boxing.
Acting
Takashi Yuki's weathered physicality speaks volumes when dialogue fails.
Direction
Yuki shoots Philippines locations with documentary-like authenticity.
Director
Takashi Yuki
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The Philippines setting isn't exotic backdrop—Japanese boxers historically trained there for cheaper access to fights, grounding Eiji's desperation in economic reality.
Director Takashi Yuki cast himself as Eiji after the original lead dropped out two weeks before shooting, explaining the raw physical exhaustion visible in fight scenes.
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