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Last Life in the Universe

2003Movie1 h 52 min

Drama
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic738.9Rotten Tomatoes90%90%

A moving, romantic drama movie about everyday modern life and family, with standout characters.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Story

Why bother with suicide?

An obsessive-compulsive Japanese librarian living in Bangkok spends most of his days contemplating suicide in his apartment. His life changes when he witnesses the death of a young girl and becomes acquainted with her elder sister.

Feels like

  • Contemplative Romance
  • Bangkok-Set Drama
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Protagonist
  • Quiet & Intimate
  • Death & Connection
  • Japanese-Thai Collaboration
  • Melancholic Atmosphere
  • Character-Driven Narrative

Cast

9 of 9

Crew

Directed by
Pen-Ek Ratanaruang
Written by
Pen-Ek Ratanaruang, Prabda Yoon
Produced by
Nonzee Nimibutr, Wouter Barendrecht
Music by
Vichaya Vatanasapt, Hualampong Riddim, Small Room

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Facts

August 3, 2003 · 1 h 52 min · Drama, Action, Thriller

Released
August 3, 2003
Runtime
1 h 52 min
Genres
Drama, Action, Thriller
Original language
Thai
Also spoken
Japanese, English
Made in
Thailand, Japan
Available in
1 country

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Last Life in the Universe?"

Questions about Last Life in the Universe

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Where can I stream Last Life in the Universe?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Last Life in the Universe worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 73).

Is Last Life in the Universe good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Last Life in the Universe plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Last Life in the Universe in English?

ThaiJapaneseEnglish

No, it was made in Thai, with some Japanese and English.