I Am What I Am (2022)

★ 7.4 1h 44m IMDb
Drama

Kasumi doesn't know what love is and she doesn't have any feeling of romance. Due to her sister's marriage, her mother arranged a formal marriage arrangement without her permission. At the meeting, she met a man who is just seeking a friend.

I Am What I Am

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Cast

Toko Miura
Toko Miura as Kasumi Sobata Age 29 · Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan
Atsuko Maeda
Atsuko Maeda as Maho Yonaga Age 34 · Chiba, Japan Atsuko Maeda (前田 敦子) is a Japanese singer and actress born on July 10, 1991. She is known for her work in the Japanese idol group AKB48..
Marika Ito
Marika Ito as Mutsumi Shinohara Age 30 · Kanagawa, Japan Former member of Japanese idol group Nogizaka46..
Maki Sakai
Maki Sakai as Natsumi Sobata Age 55 · Taito, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan Maki Sakai (坂井 真紀) (born 17 May 1970 in Taito, Tokyo) is a Japanese actress. The fourth rehouse girl of Mitsui, she has starred in a number of TV drama series such as Daburu kitchin (1993) and Watashi...
Hiroki Miyake
Hiroki Miyake as Junichi Sobata
Reiko Tajima
Reiko Tajima as Kasumi's Grandmother Age 77 · Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan
Director Shinya Tamada
Cast Toko Miura, Atsuko Maeda, Marika Ito, Maki Sakai, Hiroki Miyake, Reiko Tajima, Kuu Izima, Kou Maehara, Takumi Kitamura, Mizuki Maehara

Audience Reviews

Alunauwie 9/10 Sep 26, 2025
I Am What I Am tackles the rarely discussed topic of sexual attraction and societal pressure to marry, highlighting how such expectations often clash with individual choices. The film presents its story simply and sincerely through Kasumi’s everyday life, creating an intimate atmosphere despite a slower pace and occasional shaky camerawork. Supported by strong performances, thoughtful color composition, and fitting music, the film leaves a lasting impression by inviting viewers to reflect on acceptance and personal freedom.

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