Distance

The events unfold on the anniversary of the cult's sabotage, three years after Tokyo’s water crisis. Flashbacks recount the lead-up to the attack and its aftermath, echoing through the present visit. The day progresses toward night and the emotional reckoning that follows.

The story shifts between Tokyo and the quiet, eerie lakeside where the cult’s ashes were dispersed. The dock and the remote cabin become focal points for memory and confrontation as night approaches. The contrast between urban life and the secluded water's edge underscores the trauma the families carry.

🧠 Memory

Memory drives the narrative, resurfacing through flashbacks of the cult’s formation, the attack, and the families’ reactions. The lakeside and cabin trigger recollections that blur the line between truth and memory. Characters carry memories that shape their choices and expectations.

💔 Trauma

The attack leaves deep scars on surviving families and former cult members. The film examines how guilt, grief, and silence propagate across generations. As memories resurface, the characters confront whether healing comes from disclosure or letting go.

🪞 Confrontation

Confrontation with the past drives the narrative, as Sakata reveals his history and Atsushi faces his sister’s memory. Interactions at the cabin and on the train reveal shifting truths and identities. By the closing act of burning family photos, the characters confront whether reconciliation is possible.