Ride Or Die (2021) May 2026

What follows isn’t exactly a traditional "romance." It’s a "toxic romance" born out of a shared trauma, as the two women go on the run through urban and rural Japan. Why It’s Worth the Watch

Director Ryuichi Hiroki and cinematographer Tadashi Kuwabara capture Japan with a distinct flair. From the neon-soaked streets of Tokyo to desolate country train stations, every frame feels intentional and intimate. Ride or Die (2021)

Ride or Die isn’t an easy watch. It’s long (over two hours), brutal in its depiction of violence, and features explicit sexual content. Critics from platforms like UK Film Review have praised its "passionate performances," while others on The DC Review felt the emotional connection sometimes fell short of its lofty goals. What follows isn’t exactly a traditional "romance