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Parallel World (2018)
Director: Naomi Kawase
Cast: Takayuki Yamada, Anna Ishii
Runtime14 min
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Toru revisits the astronomical observatory in his old school for the first time in 15 years. He finds a notebook in the room that remained unchanged and frozen in time. "Thanks for watching me." It was a message from Shinya, a member of the school dance club, who he had feelings for.
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Parallel World, directed by Naomi Kawase, is a critically acclaimed Japanese drama film from 2018 that explores themes of memory, loss, and human connection. While it has not received major awards recognition, the film has been praised by critics for its contemplative, lyrical style and nuanced performances.
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Directed by acclaimed Japanese filmmaker Naomi Kawase, Parallel World (2018) is a poignant, atmospheric drama that explores themes of memory, loss, and the lingering bonds between two young men. Featuring a standout performance by Takayuki Yamada, the film offers a beautifully nuanced and introspective look at the ways the past can shape the present, making it a must-see for fans of thoughtful, character-driven storytelling.
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Parallel World or Parallel Worlds may refer to:Parallel World , a video game published by Enix for home computers Parallel World , a video game published by Varie for the Family Computer Parallel World , a 2021 album by Cadence Weapon Parallel Worlds (album), a 1993 album by Dave Douglas Parallel Worlds (book), a 2004 popular science book by Michio Kaku "Parallel Worlds" (song), a 2007 song by Elliot Minor
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