Plot
A Japanese couple stuck with part-time jobs and hence inadequate incomes avail themselves of the fruits of shoplifting to make ends meet. They are not alone in this behaviour. The younger and the older of the household are in on the act. The unusual routine is about to change from care-free and matter-of-fact to something more dramatic, however, as the couple open their doors to a beleaguered young girl. The reasons for the family's habit and their motivations come under the microscope.
Written by
Hirokazu Koreeda
Directed by
Hirokazu Koreeda
Crew
Production Countries
Japan
Production Companies
BUN-BUKU, AOI Pro., Fuji Television Network
Languages
Awards
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 49 wins & 100 nominations total
Scores
# of Votes
90,792
Average Rating
7.9 out of 10
Metascore
93
Popularity
NA