Drama, Music  •  2026  •  130 min

This Is I (2026)

This Is I poster

This Is I (2026)


Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Trans: Positive
Family Values: Leans Progressive

Viewer Rating
6.5

Overview

Japanese drama directed by Yusaku Matsumoto, starring Haruki Mochizuki as Kenji, who faces bullying for aspiring to idol fame, finds acceptance in a cabaret club with aid from a pioneering doctor, and performs onstage as Ai Haruna. Adapted from entertainer Ai Haruna's autobiography, the Netflix film mixes dramatic and lighter elements in its 130-minute runtime.


Starring Cast

Haruki Mochizuki  •   Tae Kimura  •   Seiji Chihara


Where to watch

Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...
Progressive

Primary

Political: Strong Left
Confidence: Medium

The film's focus on a transgender protagonist's journey through bullying and rejection highlights progressive advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Its narrative resolution through identity affirmation and community support determines the left-leaning bias.

Diversity: High
Confidence: Medium

The movie prominently features a transgender protagonist based on Japanese icon Ai Haruna, emphasizing struggles against gender norms and societal bullying. Casting and narrative prioritize visibility for LGBTQ+ experiences, fostering themes of resilience and self-acceptance within a Japanese context.

Secondary

LGBTQ: Positive
Confidence: Medium

The film delivers an affirming depiction of transgender identity, centering on Ai Haruna's resilient path to self-acceptance amid societal barriers. It portrays queer experiences with empathy and dignity, emphasizing personal agency and the beauty of authenticity without endorsing harm or stereotypes.

Trans: Positive
Confidence: Medium

Transgender identity receives an affirming portrayal centered on resilience and self-discovery. The protagonist's journey from social rejection to iconic stardom validates trans lives, as seen in Ai Haruna's emergence onstage as her true self amid supportive cabaret community.

Family Values: Leans Progressive
Confidence: Medium

Biological family is shown as a site of rejection and confusion toward the protagonist's gender identity, leading to her departure and embrace of a supportive chosen family among transgender performers. This framing critiques traditional family acceptance while endorsing alternative bonds as essential for personal growth.

Female Combat: N/R

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

Gender Swap: No
Confidence: Medium

The biopic portrays the life of transgender entertainer Ai Haruna, depicting her transition from Kenji as documented in her autobiography without altering established gender facts.

Race Swap: No
Confidence: Medium

This Is I is a biopic of Japanese transgender entertainer Ai Haruna, with the lead role and supporting characters portrayed by Japanese actors matching the real-life racial backgrounds.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

6.5

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

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6.0
The Movie Database logo
7.1

Critic Ratings

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N/A
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N/A

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