Sawako Decides (川の底からこんにちは)

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19th PFF Scholarship Fund Film

Sawako's 5th year in Tokyo

On your side, please.

You first colonic irrigation?

It purges toxins, tones the skin and aids weight control.

And prevents colorectal cancer.

It's not my first time.

You could have said so.

Sorry.

You're very constipated. Let's flush it all out.

Here we go.

Let's hope we clear it all away.

Yes.

Hello? No that's impossible.

I'm too busy.

Sawako's 5th job in Tokyo

It's no good.

No. 2 clearly isn't enjoying it.

We can't sell that.

I agree, sir.

Look at No. 3 kid.

Your tea, sir.

Leave it there.

You've got wheels on a Mom doll.

Isn't that strange? A Mom with tires?

It's ridiculous. Who came up with this?

Excuse me, sir. No. 2 boy is wetting his pants.

Don't just tell me. Go clean it up.

Yes, sir.

That's why we pay you.

Perhaps you're right, sir.

No 'perhaps' about it!

When you've finished that, I want that file.

Yes, sir.

She deserves it.

Don't you agree?

It's the Global Financial Crisis.

We're going round in circles.

Sawako, what's up?

Just a little accident, but I'm fine.

Are you sure?

We were talking about the GFC.

Yes, business is bad.

But it can't be helped.

Well, that's right.

I saw that program on TV about global warming.

We're headed for a catastrophe in 50 years.

Really?

Like the Earth exploding?

No, that's too extreme.

But warming will worsen at an accelerating rate.

It can't really be helped, can it?

"It can't be helped?"

She doesn't care. She's in love with Arai.

Sawako's 5th Tokyo boyfriend

Children's toys need that human touch.

Much the same can be said for adults, too.

What does Arai wear at home?

Tight sweaters, I bet.

Guarenteed.

He'd look so cool. Awesome.

Not awesome, rather ordinary.

...arrested for beating his daughter to death.

Unemployed Harumichi Takaoka, 52, of Higashi Ward.

killed Naoko, 22, at thier home last night.

...struck in excess of 10 times with a beer bottle.

Police are continuing their investigation.

Not another one.

Then don't watch it.

Your sweater will be just like mine.

Do you like this stitch?

Stitch?

I've no idea.

- D'you like it or not? - I like it.

Then I'll do my best.

And so begins my eco-lifestyle.

What's that?

I'll get the washing.

It must be an eco-friendly life.

Isn't Arai an annoying little man?

Well... but... Yes, he is.

I guess so...

Can't be helped.

Must you always say that?

I know I'm not very self-assertive

I have no real dreams or aspirations.

Sorry to sound like a miserable wretch.

No. I'm the same.

Me, too. We all are, I mean.

Anyway, I'd say Arai is rather average.

The most important trait.

- I agree. - Fully.

There's a heavy stench of urine.

Sure is.

Frankly, Sawako...

You stink.

Yes, you're right.

See, Kayoko?

That gorilla isn't enjoying life at all.

How pitiful.

Here, Kayoko.

Where's the popcorn...?

Kayoko sweetie. Ith thith fun?

Do you like the gorilla?

Kayoko, answer her.

Do gorillas' underarms smell bad?

She's asking if a gorilla's armpit smells bad.

Kenichi.

Ask Sawako, dear.

Me? How to put it? Well, maybe...

...they're stinky-poo.

I suggest you lose that baby talk.

You'll soon adjust to her.

So Arai is divorced, with a child?

That's scandalous!

You said you liked average, right?

Maybe he's not so average...

...he's more 'lower-middle.'

He's a total disaster. Break it off now.

Besides, you hate kids, don't you?

Did you know about the kid from the beginning?

I bet he was a lot less than honest.

Forget him. Break it off right away.

Well... Dare I say it...?

...I'm very much a sub-middling woman, myself.

You underestimate yourself, that's why they all dump you.

Don't be so...

You're right. Men always end up dumping me.

It's because I don't have big breasts, like melons.

So, without melons, I can't ask for too much.

That's sick, Sawako.

What is?

It's bizarre. You're behaving very strangely.

Give me a minute.

I'll be out soon.

Just a minute, okay?

Sawako Decides

Hey, Kayoko.

Want a toy your Dad made?

Here.

Enjoy.

I really think she needs a mother.

That's no pressure on you, though.

Generally speaking, the lack of motherly love is nationwide.

It's a breakdown in morals, don't you think?

No pressure on you, though.

Kayoko, go give Sawako a big kiss.

Okay, there you go.

What's this? Really, don't.

She doesn't want to.

You don't mind, do you?

Go and play, then.

I'll kiss you instead.

No thanks.

Not here, please.

Listen Sawako, do you love me?

I know you do, but I want to hear it.

Totally impossible.

Don't say that.

Don't make me have to call you all the time.

I know you have issues about coming home.

But your father's seriously ill in hospital.

And what about the business? What will happen?

You can't let it fail.

You're the sole heir.

I can't go back.

Don't be so stubborn.

It's been 5 years and not a peep from you.

I've got things to do. I've been busy.

- What's more important? - Various things.

Even if you are busy, your Dad's ill...

Sorry to hear your Dad isn't well.

It just can't be helped, can it?

Sawako. What's up with you now?

Are you crying?

Am I? No way.

I am crying, I didn't realize it.

Because of your father?

No, not that. But I wonder why?

Why?

I really don't know.

But why? Why would I cry?

Mom...

...didn't look like this.

See you around.

Your father owns a freshwater clam packing company, doesn't he?

How's that holding out?

You'd best go back and save it.

I haven't been home for 5 years.

There are complications, it's not so easy.

Why not?

I have to go now. I'll call you later.

Bye.

Any empty cans? I'll recycle them.

That's a lot of beer. Cut down.

- Thanks. - Bye.

Ouch!

Ouch!