Swallows

Swallows explores the complex lives of characters caught in conflicts of class, gender, and tradition in contemporary Japan. Riki, a young woman seeking a better life, is faced with the challenges of becoming a surrogate, while Motoi and Yuko, a couple unable to conceive naturally, navigate their own desires and the dynamics of control. The story offers a witty and piercing look at issues of power and dignity amidst these personal and societal struggles.