Set in modern-day Tokyo, RENTAL FAMILY follows an American actor (Oscar winner Brendan Fraser) who struggles to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese “rental family” agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. As he immerses himself in his clients’ worlds, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Confronting the moral complexities of his work, he rediscovers purpose, belonging, and the quiet beauty of human connection.

“The main reason to see it is Brendan Fraser. He is perfectly cast in this role.” (FilmWeek)

“‘Rental Family’ might be a modestly likable, often uneven movie about a fictional American actor in Japan, but it’s also a thoroughly fascinating movie about a very real actor in the midst of one of the strangest careers I’ve witnessed.” (Vulture)

“This is a beautiful and contemplative film, with lovely messaging and a couple of sly twists.” (RogerEbert.com)

Thursday, January 15
Doors 5:45 pm | Movie 6:15 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
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Saturday, January 17
Doors 2:45 pm | Movie 3:15 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
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RENTAL FAMILY (Hikari, 2025 / 110 mins / PG) An American actor in Tokyo struggling to find purpose lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese “rental family” agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. He rediscovers purpose, belonging, and the beauty of human connection.

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