Marathon
His race with the world begins.
Directed by Chung Yoon-chul
Produced by Cineline 2, Showbox
A heartwarming family drama about a mother's determination to help her autistic son achieve an extraordinary athletic goal, grounded in genuine human connection and the triumph of perseverance.
Cho-won is an autistic but happy young man who loves to draw zebras and run. His mother wants him to feel normal by accomplishing a feat that no one thought his son could achieve. With the help of a coach in exile, she trains him to become a marathon runner.
Essence
Ensemble
Like Marathon
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Marathon
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Marathon, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Marathon, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Marathon, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
