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Naomi -reverse-

Naomi -reverse- (2024)

May 24, 2024 1h 31m Drama

Naomi is a teacher who lives with a younger man named Yuzuru. On the day they met, she found him sitting by the side of the road, alone. Naomi felt that he resembled a thrown-away cat, and decided that she couldn't just leave him there. After that, she moved into a bigger house, taught him to study, and spent her meager salary on expenses for the two of them. There was no physical relationship between the two of them. She had simply taken pity on the poor man and given him a home, and now she would watch over him as he began to mature. At least, that was what she'd thought... But even while Yuzuru's wild ways were a source of frustration to her, she found herself falling for his charms... Sometimes she looks back and wonders what she should've done on the day she met him. She wants to open up to someone, but there's no one to open up to.

Directed by Tadaaki Horai

Cast

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Yuki Mamiya
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Yuki Mamiya

as Naomi

Yuta Hayashi
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Yuta Hayashi

as Yuzuru

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Airin Aoki

as

Momoka Ayukawa
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Momoka Ayukawa

as

Sakura
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Sakura

as

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Fumio Moriya

as

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Mai Sadagawa

as

Yuka Masuda
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Yuka Masuda

as

Crew

Director
  • Tadaaki Horai
Writer
  • Tadaaki Horai
  • Junichirō Tanizaki

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Naomi -reverse- examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Tadaaki Horai brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2024, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Naomi -reverse- took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 91 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 126 minutes long.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
  • The film contains approximately 1282 individual shots.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.

Historical Context

  • In 2024, when this film is released:
  • The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
  • Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: May 24, 2024
  • Runtime: 1h 31m

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