A balanced movie! Right from the cast that interacts nicely with history, balancing the impending tragedy with gentle humor and a quirky procession of quirky characters, the film features an impressive collection of characters and bold audacious performances. Miyazawa is painfully fragile and unselfish, while Odagiri's wifey husband is nice. But who really shone was 11-year-old Sugisaki Ito as the most courageous young generation, taking on the pain and responsibility, while maintaining his youthful life. Directed by Ryôta Nakano who made a dazzling script, it provides an emotional load of tears as the family history intertwines with humor and marked with multiple surprises. The sound is solid, but the full surround effects seem to be lacking, in the scenarios part does not deserve to be. Overall "Her Love Boils Bathwater" is cheerful and adds to every scene. A balanced film that deserves to be watched.