大象传媒

Directed by Kazuhiro Soda

At Gokogu Shrine, stray cats bask in the attention of visitors who come to feed and photograph them. But beneath the charm lies a delicate balance between care and control, devotion and disruption. Children play on the shrine’s steps while older residents tend to the grounds. While some see the shrine as a haven for cats and community, others grapple with the disorder they bring. In his signature observational style, Kazuhiro Soda captures the rhythms of this shared space, where acts of generosity and responsibility intertwine, revealing the unseen labour of coexistence. Over the course of a year, Soda crafts an intimate portrait of a community in flux, where every small act ripples outward, carrying the weight of history and obligation.

This film has been rated. All ages may attend.