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Asako I & II

2018·Movie
2h 0min·NR
71
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Immersive world, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Profoundly sad and moving

  • Melancholy9
  • Pathos8
  • Romance7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Everyday modern life and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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About

Asako lives in Osaka. She falls in love with Baku, a free-spirit. One day, Baku suddenly disappears. Two years later, Asako now lives in Tokyo and meets Ryohei. He looks just like Baku, but has a completely different personality.
Japanese CinemaPsychological RomanceDoppelganger ThemeEmotional ComplexitySlow BurnMelancholicCharacter-DrivenContemporary DramaMysteryIntriguing

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Asako I & II legally?

Asako I & II is included with a subscription to Philo, Fandor, MUBI, and AsianCrush in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Cineverse. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Asako I & II worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Asako I & II rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Asako I & II?

2 h 0 min

Asako I & II runs 2 h 0 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Asako I & II?

Critics73
Audiences72

Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Asako I & II much the same way.

What language is Asako I & II in?

JapaneseEnglish

It was made in Japanese, with some English. Produced in Japan, France.

In how many countries can I watch Asako I & II?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Asako I & II in 136 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.