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Movie Stats
Hold Your Breath Like a Lover
- Release Date: 2014-03-08
- Genres: Drama
- Rating: 5.7 (3 votes)
- Runtime: 85 min
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Subtitles:
English, Italian, French, Korean, Mandarin, Dutch, Japanese
Review & Score: Hold Your Breath Like a Lover
StreamValid Editorial Review
December 30th, 2017. Two years before the Tokyo Olympics, due to a revision of the Constitution, a National Defense Force is created in Japan and it starts military operations. In an incineration plant, a dog goes lost, but when Tani goes looking for him, she finds nothing. (Auto Summary)
✅ Pros — 2
- Strong acting performance.
- Solid storyline execution.
✖ Cons — 1
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- Neutral point not specified.
- Detailed critic review not available yet.
Synopsis
December 30th, 2017. Two years before the Tokyo Olympics, due to a revision of the Constitution, a National Defense Force is created in Japan and it starts military operations. In an incineration plant, a dog goes lost, but when Tani goes looking for him, she finds nothing. In the plant, Yanais takes down the Christmas decorations and replaces them with the ones for New Year. Gou, addicted to survival games, comes to the plant during the night and starts playing video games with Ken, even if it is his day off. In the meantime, Adachi is just watching their game to kill time. However, all these men share similar problems: pregnancy, adultery, family issues and a friend who died in the war. Meanwhile, Tani, who is troubled with her immoral relationship with Adachi, begins to feel that her father, who was the plant’s manager and is supposed to be dead, seems to be around somehow.
Hold Your Breath Like a Lover presents an emotional and introspective portrait of life, navigating complex relationships, personal failures, and redemptive arcs. It's a compelling meditation on resilience and the human spirit.
Visually, the film is a marvel — every shot meticulously framed to enhance emotion and tone. The cinematography captures the story’s essence, whether through sweeping panoramas or intimate moments. Direction is assured, guiding the audience through the narrative with confident pacing and clear vision. Music and sound design underscore key scenes, elevating tension and enhancing immersion. Every creative element works in unison to produce a memorable and polished experience.
Hold Your Breath Like a Lover provides more than just entertainment — it delivers resonance. Audiences are drawn into its emotional undercurrents, finding moments of joy, sorrow, and revelation. The storytelling offers layers that reward thoughtful viewing, blending accessible thrills with deeper meaning. From quiet introspections to intense confrontations, it maintains an emotional rhythm that captivates. It’s the kind of film that lingers in memory, inspiring discussion and introspection long after the credits roll.
In the end, Hold Your Breath Like a Lover stands as a shining example of cinematic craft — a harmonious blend of narrative, performance, and technical achievement. It delivers a satisfying arc, fully realizing the potential of its story and characters. Whether you're a loyal follower of or a curious newcomer, this film offers something truly special. It speaks to the power of film as art, storytelling, and shared experience. Few titles manage to resonate so deeply across so many levels — this is one of them.
If you're interested in more great drama films, you might also enjoy: The Shawshank Redemption, Forrest Gump, Marriage Story, The Pursuit of Happyness, Whiplash.
Cast & Characters
- Ran Taniguchi as Tani
- Yusuke Inaba as Ken
- Gôichi Mine as Gou
- Tomomitsu Adachi as
- Inagaki Yuki as
- Koji Harada as
- Tanaka Rina as
- Han Arai as
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