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37 Seconds

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A comic book artist who has cerebral palsy embarks on a journey of sexual and personal self-discovery.
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Critics Consensus

37 Seconds is a rare and refreshing film that depicts disability with honesty, warmth, and empathy.

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Cody Corrall Chicago Reader It's a rare film that understands disability as a complex part of its character's understanding of themselves and the world around them, rather than a categorization to be swiftly demonized or fetishize. Mar 6, 2020 Full Review Lisa Kennedy Variety "37 Seconds" is deceptively delicate and quietly tough. Not unlike its protagonist. Jan 31, 2020 Full Review Kimber Myers Los Angeles Times This isn't the anodyne, awards-baiting film about disability that viewers might be used to; instead, Hikari's feature debut is sensitive and empathetic, showing a young woman who is more than just her cerebral palsy. Jan 31, 2020 Full Review Anthony Bowmer Loud and Clear Reviews 37 Seconds tells a somewhat conventional story with exceptional grace and empathy, challenging harmful stereotypes along the way. Rated: 3.5/5 Nov 17, 2024 Full Review Carolyn Hinds JoySauce.com 37 Seconds is a film that shows how exploring one’s physical desires can lead to liberation and acceptance. Feb 17, 2023 Full Review Lynden Barber Limelight Mei Kayama [gives] an authentic and genuinely touching performance. Jan 9, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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Ellstrom D Mei Kayama San you are my new favorite actress in the world! Kayama mei-san, anata wa watashi no atarashī sekai de ichiban sukina joyūdesu!!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/15/24 Full Review georgan g Finally! A film with a believable character who happens to be disabled. Unique and moving. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Una buena y conmovedora historia; además, la actriz principal es muy buena; la recomiendo mucho. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/16/23 Full Review Audience Member Love the glimpses into this woman's real life. Great job and this film was riveting. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/16/23 Full Review Audience Member Physical disability is shown in a unique way that made me think the way I never did. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review Audience Member I totally agree with the critics on this one, it is a great movie, glad I gave it a chance. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/14/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Hikari

Director

Mei Kayama

Yuma Takada

Shôhei Uno

Actor

Makiko Watanabe

Actor

Shizuka Ishibashi

Actor

Minori Hagiwara

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Movie Info

Synopsis A comic book artist who has cerebral palsy embarks on a journey of sexual and personal self-discovery.
Director
Hikari
Producer
Hikari, Peter Maestrey, Shin Yamaguchi
Screenwriter
Hikari
Production Co
Hikari, Knockonwood
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 31, 2020
Runtime
1h 55m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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