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2 STEPS！
2009·Movie
·1h 24min·
2 STEPS！ fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle5
Heart
Uplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness9
- Coming of Age8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy5
- Situational Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Everyday modern life and growing up
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
2 STEPS！ is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumUplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's uplifting, wholesome, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowEveryday modern life and growing up
Its world is built around everyday modern life and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Two youths dance for their dreams in 2 Steps!, the first film from The Prince of Tennis Musical stage director Ueshima Yukio. This ikemen youth film revolves around two young men from different backgrounds who meet during a dance audition, and become good friends through their common love for dancing. Up-and-coming stage and TV idols Nakagauchi Masataka (Biyoshonen Celebrity) and Furukawa Yuta (Kizumomo) star in this fresh and vibrant production about dreams, friendship, and dancing. 2 Steps! also co-stars other rising young actors like Shindo Gaku, Kato Ryosuke, Harukawa Kyosuke, and Miyano Mamoru. 2 Steps! is part of the Kirakira movie series which also includes Flowers Guerrilla and Shinjuku Kabukicho Nursery
Youthful DramaInspirational DanceFriendship StoryDreams & AspirationsUpbeat & EnergeticFeel-GoodContemporary JapanesePerformance-Driven
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Is 2 STEPS！ worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is 2 STEPS！?
1 h 24 min
2 STEPS！ runs 1 h 24 min.
What language is 2 STEPS！ in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.