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2018

1h 21m

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6.3/10

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Thirteen years after abandoning his wife and two sons by stepping out for a pack of cigarettes and never returning, deadbeat gambler Masato dies of stomach cancer. At his funeral, a motley crew of fellow mahjong players, pachinko parlor employees and former drinking buddies gather to pay their respects and tell stories, revealing aspects of Masato’s life that complicate his sons’ resentment towards him.

Directors

Takumi Saitoh

Writers

Koji Hashimoto(original story by)

Mitsutoshi Saijo(screenplay by)

Stars

Issey Takahashi

Mayu Matsuoka

Takumi Saitoh

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Koji Hashida

Saori Nishida

Yoshiyuki Hashida

Yoko Hashida

Masato Matsuda

Tomoki Tada

Junichi Uchiyama

Akiko Yoshida

Marie Shirakawa

Taro Okamune

Misaki

Directors

Takumi Saitoh

Writers

Koji Hashimoto(original story by)

Mitsutoshi Saijo(screenplay by)

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7/10

Blank 13 portrays the emotional turmoil of a family confronting the sudden return—and death—of a father who abandoned them, blending fear, resentment, and unresolved longing. Through memories, conflicting stories, and a quietly powerful funeral setting, the film reveals how bitterness and affection can coexist as Koji struggles to reconcile the man he knew with the man others admired. Though limited by its dialogue-heavy storytelling, the film ultimately offers a tender reflection on grief, forgiveness, and the courage to accept painful truths. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)

Alunauwie01 Dec, 2025