A diver on the university team must decide which of her two childhood friends she loves, and they're both on the swim team. High school diver Ami and swimmer Keisuke don't exactly get along. Their parents run rival sweets shops and Ami is long-time friends, and maybe more, with Keisuke's freestyle rival Hiroki. Over time, however, hostile words give way to hesitant attraction, leaving Ami torn between Keisuke and Hiroki. With the national championship coming up, the young swimmers are competing for more than the title, but also their hearts.
| Original Title | ラフ |
| Year | 2006 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Drama, Comedy |
| Director | Kentaro Otani |
| Runtime | 106 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.5/10 (2 votes) |
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The film constructs a classic love triangle against the backdrop of athletic rivalry, relying on the contrast between the hot-headed Keisuke and the gentle Hiroki to propel its narrative. It explores the delicate space between competition and affection, never letting the pool setting drown out the emotional core.
What lingers after the final race is a gentle reminder that personal growth often outshines any trophy, and that the heart's quiet victories resonate the longest. A sincere coming-of-age tale that values subtle glances over grand gestures — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Kentaro Otani
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With a warm drink on a lazy afternoon, for a dose of nostalgic romance and youthful earnestness.
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