Backwater

In a small riverside town, a young man named Toma struggles with his own dark desires, afraid that he will inherit his violent father's sadistic tendencies. As he navigates his twisted coming-of-age, Toma must confront his inner demons and fight against the influence of his father's brutal behavior. With a cast of complex characters, this Cannes-winning drama directed by Shinji Aoyama delves deep into the psyche of a young man struggling to find his place in a world filled with abuse and violence.

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