Asobareru onna
Asobareru onna

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Asobareru onna

1981
Movie
67 min
Japanese

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Koji WakamatsuGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman named Eiko is drawn into a peculiar world of voyeurism and manipulation after she begins to suspect her husband is having an affair. Her investigation leads her to a mysterious photographer who captures intimate moments of women's lives, blurring the lines between reality and performance. As Eiko delves deeper, she confronts her own desires and the societal pressures that define her role.

Critical Reception

Koji Wakamatsu's 'Asobareru onna' is a challenging and provocative exploration of female sexuality and societal constraints in 1980s Japan. While not widely reviewed in mainstream Western publications, the film has garnered attention within cinephile circles for its unflinching portrayal of voyeurism and its complex female protagonist. It is often discussed in the context of Wakamatsu's broader oeuvre, which frequently pushes boundaries.

What Reviewers Say

  • Explores themes of voyeurism and the objectification of women.

  • Features a complex and often unsettling portrayal of female desire.

  • Wakamatsu's signature confrontational style is evident.

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Fun Fact

Koji Wakamatsu was a prominent figure in Japanese 'Pinku eiga' (erotic film) and his work often challenged censorship laws and societal norms.

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