Sing my Life

20-year old Setsuko Otori (Mikako Tabe) is blessed with cute looks and a natural-born singing voice. Belying Setsuko's appearance is a stinging tongue that scolds and hurls abuse at anyone and everyone. The true identity of this 20-year-old who's suspiciously "beyond her years" is that of a 73-year-old woman!

Born during the war and raised in the old downtown district of Tokyo, Setsuko lost her husband at a young age and raised her daughter singlehandedly. Her life didn't work out as she had hoped, but now she's getting a second shot at youth! Suddenly rejuvenated, Setsuko goes all out to live life on her terms. She dons a new hairstyle and wardrobe, and even ditches her former name and family to make a fresh start. When she opens her mouth to sing, it touches the soul and instantly endears Setsuko to those around her.

Despite the concerns of Setsuko's daughter, Setsuko is scouted by a handsome music producer and makes her pop performance debut alongside a small-time band member who happens to be her own granddaughter! Setsuko's life finally starts going according to plan, while her longtime admirer Jiro gets caught up in the situation. But will she ultimately realize what's truly important?

Entrance is free!

The movie will be opened by Mr. Hideo Shinozuka, the First Secretary at the Japanese Embassy in Estonia.

This event is being organized in cooperation with Japan Foundation and the Embassy of Japan in Estonia.

Japan Month is a series of events that take place for a month starting in September. The aim is to introduce the wonderful culture of Japan to those who are interested in knowing more about the land of the rising sun. There will be different presentations, workshops, movie nights etc. This year we will also be having a few events in Tallinn.

To find out more about all about Japan Month and AniMatsuri, visit www.animatsuri.eu.