Dirty Masseur 27
Dirty Masseur 27

Dirty Masseur 27

2023Movie239 minEnglish

After a serious argument, JMac and his girlfriend put their relationship on ice. JMac, now at his wits end, heads to the only person he thinks could help save this relationship - his girlfriend's best friend, Michelle James. She tells him that all he needs right now is a sexy, oily massage because, as we all know, once you relax the muscles, you relax your mind. Gabriela Lopez just wants to have a little sexy time alone, but when she throws out her back masturbating, she realizes she's going to need a helping hand. The sexy Latina calls up emergency masseur Bambino who shows up, puts her on his table and gives her the long and deep massage she needs.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users72%
Director: Tetsuya YamadaGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A reclusive masseur with a dark past becomes entangled with a client's dangerous secrets, leading to a series of unsettling events. As the line between therapy and terror blurs, the masseur must confront his own demons while navigating a web of deceit and violence. The film delves into the psychological depths of its characters, exploring themes of obsession and retribution.

Critical Reception

Dirty Masseur 27 received mixed to positive reviews, with critics largely praising its atmospheric tension and strong lead performances, while some found the plot occasionally convoluted. Audience reception was polarized, with some appreciating its dark tone and unexpected twists, while others found it gratuitously violent.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological depth.
  • Kumi Takiuchi's performance as the enigmatic masseur is a standout.
  • Some viewers found the narrative pacing and resolution to be uneven.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the unsettling mood it created. However, a segment of viewers expressed disappointment with the graphic violence and felt the plot did not always hold together effectively.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor at the Fantasia International Film Festival (Kumi Takiuchi).

Fun Fact

The distinctive, claustrophobic set design of the massage parlor was intentionally crafted to mirror the protagonist's psychological state.

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