
World of Tomorrow Episode Two: The Burden of Other People's Thoughts
2017

Representation Score
Good
2013
TV-14Director
Takuya Sato, Hiroshi Hamasaki, Kanji Wakabayashi
Runtime
90 minutes
Average Rating
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The film stands out by challenging traditional gender roles through the portrayal of Kurisu Makise as a highly capable scientist. However, it falls short due to its homogeneous cast and a focus on a specific cultural context, limiting LGBTQ+ and racial representation. Ultimately, the movie prioritizes intricate, high-concept storytelling and the critique of institutional power over broader demographic diversity.
Category Breakdown
The story focuses on a heterosexual relationship between the main characters. It does not include non-binary gender identities or explicit LGBTQ+ storylines.
Kurisu Makise is portrayed as a key intellectual figure with significant scientific involvement. She is not depicted as a damsel in distress but rather as an essential strategist.
The cast is mainly homogeneous, reflecting the local Akihabara setting. There is a lack of diverse ethnic backgrounds or multi-layered racial representation.
The narrative criticizes organizations that act as predatory forces seeking systemic control. It also delves into moral relativism concerning the ethics of time manipulation.
The film examines the psychological impact of temporal displacement and fragmented memory. These elements serve primarily as science fiction plot devices rather than detailed explorations of disability.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
One year after the events of the anime, Rintarou begins to feel the repercussions of extensive time travel, and eventually completely fades from reality. Kurisu, being the only companion to remember him, now must find a way to bring him back.

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