The Door into Summer (film)

The Door into Summer is a 2021 Japanese science fiction romance film directed by Takahiro Miki, based on the 1957 science fiction novel of the same name by Robert A. Heinlein. The film stars Kento Yamazaki as Soichiro Takakura, a scientist who specializes in robotics and cryogenics.

The plot follows Soichiro, who is betrayed by his business partner and frozen in cryogenic sleep. He awakens 30 years later to a world vastly different from the one he knew, facing new challenges and determined to understand what happened to him and those he cared about, especially his beloved cat, Pete. He uses time travel to right the wrongs committed against him.

The film explores themes of love, loss, betrayal, and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity. It also delves into the potential and implications of technological advancements, particularly in robotics and cryogenics.