Distance (2001)

Distance (2001) poster

On the third anniversary of a cult's failed chemical attack on Tokyo and their subsequent mass suicide, family members of those affected gather at the cult's former base on the shores of a lake to observe the anniversary of their loved ones' deaths.

Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 132 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Yutaka Yamazaki
Editing: Hirokazu Kore-eda
Production: CineRocket, IMAGICA, TV Man Union, Engine Film
Country: Japan
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja

Themes

Profound Sadness and Tears, Numbing Grief and the Eternal Winter, Battle with Depression and Hope, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Keening Grief and Mourning Process

Keywords

lake, sadness, cult, forest, grief

Trailer

Distance Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Distance about?
On the third anniversary of a cult's failed chemical attack on Tokyo and their subsequent mass suicide, family members of those affected gather at the cult's former base on the shores of a lake to observe the anniversary of their loved ones' deaths.
Who directed Distance?
Distance was directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Who stars in Distance?
Distance stars Arata Iura, Yūsuke Iseya, Susumu Terajima, Yui Natsukawa, Tadanobu Asano, Azusa Takehana.
How long is Distance?
Distance has a runtime of 2h 12m (132 minutes).
What genre is Distance?
Distance is a Drama film.
Where was Distance produced?
Distance was produced in Japan.
What are the themes of Distance?
The themes of Distance include: Profound Sadness and Tears, Numbing Grief and the Eternal Winter, Battle with Depression and Hope, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Keening Grief and Mourning Process.