Novela PICARESCA / Japan / North American Premiere

Yoko wishes to become the “bad kid” but she is trapped in her little book store. One day, she falls in love with a phrase written by a novelist, and starts to plan a very innocent and mindless crime, which becomes an everyday prank towards a joyful life.

Japanese with English subtitles.

Film completion date: December 2017.

Director Biography:

Kenji Qurata is a director, scriptwriter and author. His film “Speed Girl” won the grand prix at Sundance Institute/NHK International Filmmakers. Qurata has also directed and written the TV series “Futari Monologue” and “EVERYTIME WE SAY GOODBYE”, as well as writing the book and screenplay for “Kimi Ga Inakucha Damenanda”.