Кабеи (2008)

In Tokyo, 1940, the peaceful life of the Nogami family is shattered when Shigeru, the father, is arrested on Communist charges. His wife Kayo works tirelessly to manage the household and raise their two daughters, with help from Shigeru's sister Hisako and a former student, Yamazaki. But Shigeru doesn't return. As World War II begins, a sense of darkness falls over Japan. Yet, Kayo strives to maintain a cheerful spirit and hold the family together with her love. This is a deeply emotional drama about a mother and a timeless message of peace.