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Their Distance

Name: Their Distance
Director: Rikiya Imaizumi
Released: 2016
Duration: 106 min

Representation Score

5.6/10

Fair

2016

Director

Rikiya Imaizumi

Runtime

106 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Their Distance is a quiet, observational film that prioritizes emotional realism over systemic critique. It excels in exploring character interiority and human connection through a sensitive lens. The film's strength lies in its nuanced portrayal of identity, particularly through Reon's cultural background. However, it does not actively challenge traditional social norms or promote radical cultural shifts. Ultimately, the film remains a character-driven study of loneliness that adheres to a traditional narrative structure.

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Category Breakdown

Does Their Distance have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers on romantic tensions but does not emphasize LGBTQ+ identities. Kokaze's feelings for Reon highlight loneliness rather than focusing on LGBTQ+ themes.

How does Their Distance portray gender?

Fair

The story examines emotional connections between male and female characters. It focuses on adolescent vulnerability without critiquing gender power structures.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Their Distance?

Fair

Reon's Korean heritage adds cultural nuance without relying on racial stereotypes. His background enriches the story with ethnic diversity.

How does Their Distance represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film follows a realistic, localized narrative focusing on personal emotions. It avoids deconstructing traditional cultural or familial structures.

Does Their Distance include disability representation?

Limited

Themes of social isolation and communication issues are explored. These struggles are framed as universal human conditions rather than specific disabilities.

Present on Screen

Offers a nuanced portrayal of identity through the protagonist, Reon.
Uses atmospheric storytelling to explore complex emotional states.
Avoids racial stereotypes, providing depth through cultural nuance.

Limited or Absent

Does not actively challenge traditional gender power structures.
LGBTQ+ themes remain secondary to the main plot.
Lacks specific, agentic depictions of disability or neurodivergent experiences.

Official Synopsis

Reon is a young Korean man. He avoids contact with other people and works as an apprentice shoemaker. One after, he sees a woman Sona passed out and sleeping on a bench in the park. Reon doesn't know why, but he can't get her out of his mind. Meanwhile, Kokaze works in the same shoe shop with Reon and has feelings for him.

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