This 1952 Japanese film, directed by Akira Kurosawa, follows the poignant journey of Kanji Watanabe, a middle-aged bureaucrat who, upon learning of his terminal illness, embarks on a quest to find meaning in his life. The narrative delves into themes of existentialism and the human condition, as Watanabe seeks to leave a lasting legacy. The film stars Takashi Shimura in a compelling performance as the protagonist. Notably, the film was awarded the Special Prize of the Senate of Berlin at the Berlin International Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.