Good Luck

Introverted Taro is a young, self-taught filmmaker who is invited to a small film festival in Japan's Oita Prefecture with his first work. With a certain amount of skepticism, he sets off on the journey alone, unaware that it will shape him more personally than professionally. His short film, which focuses heavily on his girlfriend, is shown there—she is not only the central subject of the film, but also the person who supports him both privately and financially. But instead of following her advice and using the invitation as an opportunity to consolidate his career, Taro lets himself be swept away by the lively Miki, who was sitting in the audience during the screening of his film. For a few days, Taro puts his girlfriend on the back burner and, in dialogue with Miki, explores facets of himself that he normally suppresses: his self-doubt and insecurities, but also his longing for lightness and self-determination. Between cautious rapprochement, everyday observations, and the floating feeling of experiencing a carefree moment, a small, intense, but also fleeting chapter in Taro's life develops, on the way to getting a little closer to himself.