On September 11, the cast members of �Kimi ga Odoru, Natsu�, led by Mizobata Junpei, attended the press conference for the screening at TEOI1 Marunouchi in Tokyo.

The movie is set in Kochi and follows the story of an aspiring professional cameraman 'Shinpei' (Mizobata) who after a five years absence, returns home to visit his ailing mother. At the hospital, he meets his ex-girlfriend�s younger sister, 'Sakura' (Omori Ayane), who is suffering from an incurable disease. Shinpei made� a promise to Sakura years ago that they would dance together at the Yosakoi festival - an event centered around a traditional summer dance.� Determined to fulfill his promise to the little girl, Shinpei makes preparations with his friends to dance the Yosakoi. Yet he faces a heartrending decision when he discovers that he won a prestigious award, one which he cannot claim without personally attending the ceremony that conflicts directly with the festival...

Mizobata being the lead actor of the movie commented that the movie was only made possible because he had the support of the cast and staff. Mizobata in particular commented on DAIGO�s acting in the movie. �DAIGO-san may look half-hearted but he�s actually serious and took this project seriously. He�s really a wonderful person,� Mizobata said. Daigo got quite embarrassed and also praised Mizobata in turn: �Honestly, there was a time when I almost reached my limit but Junpei-kun helped me out so I felt better�.

�Kimi ga Odoru, Natsu� is currently showing in theaters nationwide.

Source: CinemaCafe