We Couldn't Become Adults Movie (2021): Where to watch and stream online

We Couldn't Become Adults

2021, Movie, 2h 4min

Prodded by a friend request, a feckless forty-something recalls his past relationships from the 90s onward, looking for his vanished hopes and dreams.

Country: Japan

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Reviews

Critic Bashirat Oladele

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Authentic portrayal of adulthood.

Read full review at Ready Steady Cut

Critic Roger Moore

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...I’ll bet a lot of people can connect with the weary disappointment with life that Moriyama (“Love Strikes”) conveys with every head-shaking drag off a cigarette. We feel you, man.

Read full review at Movie Nation

Critic Archi Sengupta

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...has something really charming that drew me to it.

Read full review at Leisure Byte

Frequently asked questions

What is We Couldn't Become Adults about? Toggle content

A man in his 40s, feeling lost and disconnected from his past, receives a friend request on social media from an old flame. This prompts him to embark on a journey of self-discovery, reflecting on his past relationships and career choices, and confronting the harsh reality of how his life turned out. As he delves deeper into his memories, he uncovers long-buried emotions and realizes that his hopes and dreams haven't entirely disappeared. Can he reignite the spark of youthful passion and find a new sense of purpose, or will he remain trapped in regret and 'what ifs'?

Where can I stream We Couldn't Become Adults? Toggle content

You can stream We Couldn't Become Adults on: Netflix

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