The Parades is Netflix’s Japanese supernatural drama film written and directed by Michihito Fujii.
This story is told from the perspective of those who have passed on, about their love for the people they’ve left behind.
| Title | The Parades |
| Japanese | パレード |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Michihito Fujii |
| Release Date | 29 February 2024 |
| Runtime | 2h 12m |
| Country | Japan |
| Language | Japanese |
| Distributors | Netflix |
What is it about?
Masami Nagasawa stars as Minako, a single mother who awakes on a beach to discover that she has been killed in a natural disaster.
As she scours the devastation for her young son, she encounters a group of similarly lost souls, all stuck in limbo between life and death.
The Parades Age Rating
The Parades is suitable for kids 13 and up as it includes thematic elements, mild language, and emotional content.
Kids below 13 can watch the film under the guidance of their parents or guardians.
The Parades Parents Guide
Violence/Gore:
- The film contains scenes depicting the aftermath of a natural disaster, including destroyed buildings and debris.
- There may be emotional intensity as characters grapple with their deaths and unresolved issues from their past lives.
- Some characters have backgrounds involving criminal activities such as yakuza connections, but violence is not explicitly shown.
Language:
- Mild language may be present, including occasional use of profanity.
Sex/Nudity:
- There are no explicit sexual scenes or nudity in the film.
Themes:
- The film explores themes of loss, grief, redemption, and the afterlife.
- Characters confront their past mistakes and regrets, seeking closure and reconciliation.
- Friendship, compassion, and the importance of human connection are prominent themes.
Frightening/Intense Scenes:
- The emotional experiences may be intense for some viewers, particularly those sensitive to themes of loss and death.
Positive Messages:
- “The Parades” emphasizes the importance of facing one’s past, seeking redemption, and finding peace within oneself.
- The film celebrates the power of friendship, empathy, and supporting one another through difficult times.
Who is in the Cast?
- Masami Nagasawa as Minako
- Kentarô Sakaguchi as Akira
- Ryûsei Yokohama as Shori
- Lily Franky as Michael
- Nana Mori as Nana
- Denden
- Mai Fukagawa
- Hana Kino
- Yuina Kuroshima
- Ayumu Nakajima
- Daiken Okudaira
- Hiroshi Tachi
- Tetsushi Tanaka
- Shinobu Terajima
- Takuya Wakabayashi
When to Watch?
“The Parades” starts streaming worldwide on Thursday, 29 February 2024, only on Netflix.
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