Butterfly Sleep

Overview

Ryoko Matsumura, a celebrated author in her 50s, grapples with the onset of Alzheimer's disease. As she embarks on a teaching career at a university, she forms a connection with a charismatic young Korean man in his 20s. Their growing attraction complicates Ryoko’s journey, blending the challenges of her fading memory with the thrill of unexpected romance. This poignant story explores the intersections of love, loss, and the human experience, inviting viewers to reflect on the beauty and fragility of relationships amid life's uncertainties.