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Discover diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences in our community. Enjoy a screening of a popular Japanese film, hosted by the Japan Outreach Initiative from OU. Designed for teens and adults.
Deepen your connection with your community and expand your mindset through a screening of the popular Japanese film, Finding Calico, also known as Teacher and Stray Cat. Hosted by the Japan Outreach Initiative from the University of Oklahoma, participants will be able to enjoy a slice of Japanese culture while watching this charming film, shown with English subtitles. Light refreshments will be provided.
Finding Calico (2015)
Directed by Yoshihiro Fukagawa, 107 minutes
Kyoichi Morii is a cranky retired headmaster who lost his beloved wife and now lives alone. He’s grumpy and aloof, and over the years has alienated himself from most of the town locals.
Mie, the stray cat his wife used to feed, is Morii’s only regular visitor. Morii doesn’t like cats any more than people, and he chases Mie away each time he sees her.
One day Mie suddenly stops visiting and Morii takes notice. His wonder eventually turns into worry, and he decides to search for the missing cat. Throughout his adventure, Morii reconnects with the people of his past and is forced to confront the deep affection for his wife that he never had the courage or the vulnerability to reveal to her.
