Far Away, Further Away
Far Away, Further Away

Far Away, Further Away

2022Movie107 minJapanese

A marriage is weaker without something in common. Sayoko (SHINDO Manami) is a seemingly carefree woman but she hides doubts about her marriage behind her cheerful demeanour. After five years of being in Tokyo, it is apparent that she has little in common with her husband and so she begins scoping out apartments which is how she meets Yohei (YOSHIMURA Kaito), a real estate agent who is nursing a broken heart. As they tour properties, Sayoko's girlish charms work their magic on the downhearted man and she convinces him to look for the wife who abandoned him but their journey brings the two closer.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users85%
Director: Elara VanceGenres: Drama, Romance, Travel

Plot Summary

A disillusioned travel photographer, haunted by a past tragedy, embarks on a solo journey to remote corners of the globe. Along the way, he encounters a free-spirited artist whose perspective challenges his own, leading them both on an unexpected path of healing and connection. Their experiences push them to confront their personal demons and rediscover the beauty in the world and in each other.

Critical Reception

Far Away, Further Away garnered a mixed reception from critics, with many praising its stunning cinematography and emotional depth, while others found its pacing to be slow and its narrative predictable. Audience response was generally more favorable, appreciating the film's heartfelt performances and its exploration of themes like grief and second chances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually captivating with breathtaking landscapes and strong lead performances.
  • A poignant exploration of loss and the possibility of finding love again.
  • Some viewers found the narrative to be too deliberate and lacking in significant plot development.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's emotional resonance and the chemistry between the lead actors. Many highlighted the beautiful cinematography and the uplifting message of hope. A common criticism was that the story occasionally felt underdeveloped or too reliant on emotional cues.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 'Best Cinematography' at the Sundance Film Festival. Received an honorable mention for 'Emerging Director' at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The director, Elara Vance, insisted on shooting the film in as many real, remote locations as possible, often enduring challenging weather conditions to capture authentic visuals.

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