Just saw the wonderful, comedic and moving movie “ "Hai, Oyogemasen” (“Yes, I Can’t Swim”), the story of a Teacher named Takanashi (Hiroki Hasegawa) who has an intense fear of water. At a turning point in his life, he decides to take a course in swimming led by the caring and charismatic teacher Shizuka Usuhara (Haruka Ayase).
As he struggles through the lessons, we learn about this man and his past, his strengths and weaknesses, and the reason for his phobia. And through the firm hand of Usuhara, hopefully overcome his fears and address his past...
Besides Haruka Ayase and Hiroki Hasegawa were appearances by Kumiko Aso, Junko Abe and even Kaoru “Midnight Diner” Kobayashi in support roles.
I initially had no high expectations for this film (watched it solely on the Ayase Haruka luv) , and as it was billed as a comedy, didn’t think it would be too heavy a watch. But it turned out to be a really stirring story, with lots of really gripping and touching moments!
Posted by zdorama @ zdoramaagain.blogspot.com
