Directed by Wim Wenders
An aging solitary janitor lives an astute life, yet filled with moments of beauty. He has his schedule. Waking to the freshness of early morning. Watering his pots of plants. Driving to work in the company van, and listening to American folk and rock music.
Doing his work with a fastidious methodology bordering on obsession. Enjoying the luxury of the hot baths after work.
He services outdoor public toilets. We get to ride with the the protagonist to some of the more interesting facilities. A kind and decent man, he seems to find favor with the females.
However, he maintains his ascetic discipline. Reading good stuff late into the night. Is it enough?
Unexpectedly, his pretty niece drops in on him. Revelation that he came from a rich family, but fled from family trauma. His sister still loves him.
There is also the beautiful restaurant owner who flirts openly with him. What will our quiet hero choose?
The film ends on a morning as he drives to work. Listening to his American music, and alternating between happiness and sorrow, as he drives towards the sun.
Japanese society is intensely disciplined. They show respect to each other. How do Japanese individuals find self-respect?
An aging solitary janitor lives an astute life, yet filled with moments of beauty. He has his schedule. Waking to the freshness of early morning. Watering his pots of plants. Driving to work in the company van, and listening to American folk and rock music.
Doing his work with a fastidious methodology bordering on obsession. Enjoying the luxury of the hot baths after work.
He services outdoor public toilets. We get to ride with the the protagonist to some of the more interesting facilities. A kind and decent man, he seems to find favor with the females.
However, he maintains his ascetic discipline. Reading good stuff late into the night. Is it enough?
Unexpectedly, his pretty niece drops in on him. Revelation that he came from a rich family, but fled from family trauma. His sister still loves him.
There is also the beautiful restaurant owner who flirts openly with him. What will our quiet hero choose?
The film ends on a morning as he drives to work. Listening to his American music, and alternating between happiness and sorrow, as he drives towards the sun.
Japanese society is intensely disciplined. They show respect to each other. How do Japanese individuals find self-respect?
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