5 similar movies to watch if you like Netflix's 'Drawing Closer'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Netflix's latest romantic drama film, 'Drawing Closer', transports you to a world of love, romance, and heartbreak, unfolding the narrative of love blooming in unexpected circumstances.
The film tells the story of Akihito Hayasaka (Ren Nagase), a gifted young artist with goals whose life takes a dramatic turn when he receives a terminal diagnosis, casting doubt on his future and aspirations.
However, his life takes a dramatic shift when he encounters Haruna Sakurai (Natsuki Deguchi), another young person battling a serious illness.
Despite their illnesses, they find solace and joy in each other's company, developing a strong bond through sharing their dreams, worries, and life experiences.
If you loved this romance drama movie, here's a list of five similar rom-coms that will leave you emotional.
Me Before You (2016)
The romance film 'Me Before You' effectively navigates the profound journey of love and loss, which follows Lou Clark (Emilia Clarke), a quirky young woman trapped in a dead-end career.
She becomes the caretaker for Will Traynor (Sam Claflin), a successful businessman who was crippled in a motorbike accident.
Will is initially withdrawn and pessimistic, having lost his zest for life. However, as time passes, he warms up to Lou, and their relationship blossoms into a once-in-a-lifetime kind of love.
The Notebook (2004)
'The Notebok' is a classic story of star-crossed lovers that captures the intensity and endurance of genuine love.
Set in the 1940s, the film follows young Noah (Ryan Gosling), a passionate but penniless lumber worker, who meets Allie (Rachel McAdams), a wealthy holiday socialite.
Their bond is instantaneous and electric. They share a magical summer, filled with adventure and blossoming love.
However, socioeconomic inequalities and disapproval from Allie's family drive them apart. After being separated, love blooms again as the two ex-lovers reunite, reigniting the old flame of love and desire.
Fault In our Stars (2014)
Both the films 'The Fault in Our Stars' and 'Drawing Closer' are adaptations of novels that explore themes of love, loss, and finding beauty in life's impermanence.
Hazel Grace Lancaster (Shailene Woodley), is battling thyroid cancer, which has limited her life expectancy.
She reluctantly attends a cancer support group, where life seems monotonous. There, she meets Augustus 'Gus' Waters (Ansel Elgort), a charming and cheerful boy. Their first encounter is awkward, but they soon start to bond over their shared experiences.
As the plot progresses, a startling discovery about Gus deeply affects Hazel, and both embark on a profound journey.
They share moments of humor, heartache, and self-discovery as they navigate their complex emotions and confront the truths of their illness.
Five Feet Apart (2019)
'Five Feet Apart' is a 2019 film that explores themes of love and connection amid the challenges of cystic fibrosis. Stella Grant (Haley Lu Richardson) is a careful and responsible girl with cystic fibrosis.
Her life depends on adhering to a strict regimen of pills and treatments to maintain her health.
In the hospital, she meets Will Newman (Cole Sprouse), a lovely but defiant CF sufferer. Their opposing personalities first collide, as Will's casual attitude puts Stella in danger.
Due to the potential for cross-contamination, CF patients must keep a safe distance from one another, usually six feet apart.
This physical barrier presents a unique challenge to Stella and Will's developing sentiments. As their relationship evolves, the desire to break the six-foot rule grows.
One Day (2011)
'One Day', a 2011 film, portrays a unique love story that spans two decades. The story starts on July 15, 1988, in Edinburgh, Scotland.
We meet Emma Morley (Anne Hathaway), a brilliant and idealistic college graduate, and Dexter Mayhew (Jim Sturgess), a charming but aimless party boy.
They shared a whirlwind night, filled with laughter and deep connection. The film then revisits them on July 15th over the next 20 years. We witness their lives evolve as they achieve success, face failures, endure heartbreak, and form new relationships.
Their relationship evolves, progressing from adolescent infatuation to a deeper understanding and a yearning for what could have been.
How to stream 'Drawing Closer'?
To watch the show, you must have a Netflix premium membership.
For a monthly membership price of $6.99, the Standard Plan with advertising offers full HD (1080p) streaming.
The $15.49/month Standard Plan, which is ad-free, allows you to view in 1080p/full HD quality on two screens at once while using one account.
By purchasing a $22.99/month Premium Plan, viewers may also enjoy the program in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Atmos and HDR.
'Drawing Closer' trailer