Giovanni's Island

Synopsis

Junpei and Kanta live in the quiet fishing village of Shikotan during the aftermath of World War II. The brothers find solace in a shared favorite book, but their stable lives change when Soviet families arrive seeking refuge. As cultural tensions grow within the community, Junpei forms a deep connection with Tanya, the daughter of the local commander. Despite the language barriers and the political instability of the era, an unexpected friendship develops between them.