Runway
Runway

Runway

2020Movie120 minJapanese

Midori is in her late 30's and is a cutout picture artist. She has anxiety about her future. Takano is a 25-year-old bureaucrat at the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. He is under a heavy workload and he becomes lethargic at his workplace. One day, he sees a list of people who committed suicide due to temporary employment. On that list, he becomes interested in a 25-year-old young man who killed himself. Takano begins to investigate the background of that young man. --asianwiki

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IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic87
Google Users90%
Director: Alfonso CuarónGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A critically acclaimed director grapples with his past traumas and creative blocks while preparing for his next ambitious film. Set against the backdrop of a sprawling desert landscape, the narrative weaves together memories, anxieties, and surreal encounters as he confronts the very nature of storytelling and his place within it.

Critical Reception

Runway was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for its audacious filmmaking, stunning visuals, and profound exploration of artistic struggle. While some found its experimental nature challenging, the majority praised its emotional depth and Cuarón's masterful direction.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually breathtaking and emotionally resonant, a profound meditation on creativity and memory.
  • Cuarón's boldest and most personal work to date, challenging yet ultimately rewarding.
  • A surreal and stunning cinematic experience that lingers long after the credits roll.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's artistic ambition, stunning cinematography, and the powerful performances from the lead cast. Many appreciated its unique narrative structure and thought-provoking themes, though some found its abstract elements occasionally difficult to follow.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. Nominated for 3 Academy Awards, including Best Director and Best Original Screenplay.

Fun Fact

The distinct, desolate landscape central to the film was filmed in the Atacama Desert in Chile, chosen for its otherworldly appearance and isolation, mirroring the director's internal state.

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