
A Scene at the Sea
Directed by Takeshi Kitano
Produced by Totsu, Office Kitano
A tender, gently comedic story about an unlikely dreamer and his supportive partner finding joy and purpose through surfing despite social obstacles.
A deaf garbage collector happens upon a broken and discarded surfboard. The discovery plants in him dreams of becoming a surf champion. Encouraged by his also deaf girlfriend, he persists against all odds.
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Is A Scene at the Sea violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Does A Scene at the Sea end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of films.
Is A Scene at the Sea easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 90% of films.
Is A Scene at the Sea one of a kind? No. Less singular than 90% of films.
Is A Scene at the Sea scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is A Scene at the Sea sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like A Scene at the Sea, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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