The Dribbler's Tears

Synopsis

In the heart of Osaka, a young boy named Sedmax Meguru endures a childhood scarred by the brutal violence of his alcoholic father and the silent sacrifice of his devoted mother. While his father's abuse inflicts deep emotional and physical wounds, his mother, burdened by debt and societal despair, sells her body to provide for Sedmax, shielding him from the harsh realities of their life with unwavering love and quiet strength. Her eventual death, a consequence of years of silent suffering, plunges Sedmax into a living nightmare, leaving him trapped with his abuser. At sixteen, Sedmax flees to Tokyo, adrift in poverty and haunted by his past. His life takes a turn when he is taken in by a compassionate man running a soccer club for troubled youth. Through the intricate dance of dribbling, Sedmax discovers a profound outlet for his unspoken pain, transforming each game into a cathartic battle against the demons of his past. This is the story of his extraordinary rise from a traumatized runaway to a celebrated soccer star, a testament to the enduring power of sacrifice, the possibility of healing, and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit. His journey culminates in a poignant return to Osaka, where he finally confronts his grief, finds peace, and embraces a future unburdened by his past.