Name: Close-Knit
Genre: Drama
Released: 2017-02-25
Duration: 2 h 7 min
Cast: Toma Ikuta, Kenta Kiritani, Rinka Kakihara, Rie Mimura, Eiko Koike

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Story

A new kind of household.

After being neglected by her mother, a little girl is taken in by her uncle and his transgender girlfriend, who create a loving home for her.

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Transgender Representation
Family Drama
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Acceptance and Love
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Heartwarming Story
Social Commentary
Unique Family Dynamics

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Directed by: Naoko Ogigami
Written by: Naoko Ogigami
Produced by: Julie K. Fujishima, Kenzo Ishiguro, Masashi Igarashi
Music by: Tetsuo Segawa, Masaru Ohgawara

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Facts

February 25, 2017 · 2 h 7 min · Drama

Released: February 25, 2017
Runtime: 2 h 7 min
Genres: Drama
Original language: Japanese
Made in: Japan
Available in: 3 countries

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Where can I stream Close-Knit?

It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Close-Knit worth watching?

88

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (81).

Is Close-Knit okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is Close-Knit good for date night?

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

Will I feel good after watching Close-Knit?

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Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for hopefulness and 9 for wholesome.

Is Close-Knit in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.