
Small, Slow But Steady
Directed by Sho Miyake
Produced by Comme des Cinémas, Happinet Phantom Studios
A character-driven drama about resilience and community, following a boxer with disabilities as she navigates personal and institutional challenges in contemporary Tokyo.
Keiko surprises everyone when she overcomes adversity to win her first two boxing fights. But when an unexpected incident threatens the closure of her gym, she is pushed further than she thought possible.
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Is Small, Slow But Steady easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Small, Slow But Steady scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Does Small, Slow But Steady end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.
Is Small, Slow But Steady sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
Is Small, Slow But Steady violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Small, Slow But Steady
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Small, Slow But Steady
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Small, Slow But Steady, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Small, Slow But Steady, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Small, Slow But Steady, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































