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The Wandering Moon

2022·Movie
2h 30min

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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The Wandering Moon fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline3
  • Scare3

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

In a park on a rainy evening, a 19-year-old university student, Fumi, offers an umbrella to a soaking wet 10-year-old girl, Sarasa. Realizing her reluctance to go home, Fumi lets her stay in his place, where she spends the next two months in peace.
Psychological MysterySlow-Burn SuspenseMelancholic AtmosphereCharacter-Driven NarrativeSubtle Social CommentaryIntimate DramaUnconventional RelationshipEmotional ComplexityJapanese Cinema

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Wandering Moon legally?

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Is The Wandering Moon worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Wandering Moon rated?

Sexual content

Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is The Wandering Moon?

2 h 30 min

The Wandering Moon runs 2 h 30 min.

Is The Wandering Moon based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is The Wandering Moon in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch The Wandering Moon?

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