Ikiru

"Ikiru" is a 1952 Japanese drama film directed by Akira Kurosawa. The story follows Kanji Watanabe, a middle-aged bureaucrat who discovers he has terminal cancer and embarks on a journey to find meaning in his life before he dies. The film explores themes of mortality, bureaucracy, and the quest for personal fulfillment. Kanji's transformation and his legacy resonate as he strives to make a difference in the world around him.