What is Athlete?
Athlete is a film first released in 2019. Catalogued under Drama, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2019
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 3, 2019
- Studios
- キャナル, モバコン株式会社, 株式会社ネクシブ
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Updated
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Overview
Athlete is a film first released in 2019. Catalogued under Drama, Romance. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A former swimmer and an aspiring animator find love amid turmoil in Tokyo’s gay district.”
- Compelling chemistry between the leads
- Authentic depiction of Tokyo’s gay district
- Emotional depth within a concise runtime
- Short 1h28m runtime may limit narrative breadth
Watch it if you appreciate intimate dramas about personal transformation and queer romance.
The film contains adult romantic themes and emotional intensity, suited for mature audiences.
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What is the basic plot of Athlete?
Ex‑swimmer Kōhei, facing divorce, meets aspiring animator Yūtaka in Tokyo’s gay district, and their attraction deepens.
Who are the main characters?
The story focuses on Kōhei, a former swimmer, and Yūtaka, an aspiring animator.
Where does the film take place?
It is set in Tokyo’s gay district.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as drama and romance.
How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour 28 minutes.