What elevates Look Back is its ability to resonate with anyone who has ever chased a dream, lost motivation, or questioned their path. The themes of grief and artistic dedication are handled with nuance, avoiding melodrama in favor of a quiet, reflective tone. Fujino’s journey is painfully relatable—her regrets and “what-ifs” feel like echoes of our own.
If there’s one minor flaw, it’s that the film’s restraint might leave some viewers wanting a more cathartic emotional release. It doesn’t spell…
