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37 Seconds

Play trailer Poster for 37 Seconds 2019,  1h 55m,  Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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89% Tomatometer 18 Reviews 86% Popcornmeter Fewer than 50 Ratings
A comic book artist who has cerebral palsy embarks on a journey of sexual and personal self-discovery.
37 Seconds

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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 Mar 6, 2020
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. Go to Full Review
Lisa Kennedy Variety Jan 31, 2020
"37 Seconds" is deceptively delicate and quietly tough. Not unlike its protagonist. Go to Full Review
Kimber Myers Los Angeles Times Jan 31, 2020
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. Go to Full Review
Anthony Bowmer Loud and Clear Reviews Nov 17, 2024
3.5/5
37 Seconds tells a somewhat conventional story with exceptional grace and empathy, challenging harmful stereotypes along the way. Go to Full Review
Carolyn Hinds JoySauce.com Feb 17, 2023
37 Seconds is a film that shows how exploring one’s physical desires can lead to liberation and acceptance. Go to Full Review
Lynden Barber Limelight Jan 9, 2021
Mei Kayama [gives] an authentic and genuinely touching performance. Go to Full Review
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HIKARI

Director

Mei Kayama

Yuma Takada

Shohei Uno

Actor

Makiko Watanabe

Actor

Shizuka Ishibashi

Actor

Minori Hagiwara

Actor

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37 Seconds

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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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