Married Woman's Desire to Have an Affair
Married Woman's Desire to Have an Affair

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Married Woman's Desire to Have an Affair

1988
Movie
60 min
Japanese

Married women are, in other words, a different form of life from us. Because they have the tendency to repeat reproductive acts day and night, if there is a gap between acts or they are unsatisfied, they substitute it with simulated acts or acts with other men.

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Director: Hideo MutsudaGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

This film delves into the complexities of a seemingly ordinary marriage, where a wife finds herself drawn to the allure of an extramarital affair. As societal expectations and personal desires clash, she navigates the emotional turmoil and potential consequences of her choices. The narrative explores themes of fidelity, longing, and the search for fulfillment outside the confines of her marital relationship.

Critical Reception

While specific critical reviews from its original release are scarce, "Married Woman's Desire to Have an Affair" is often categorized within the V-cinema or pink film genres of Japanese cinema, which typically focus on mature themes and relationships. Audience reception tends to be polarized, with some appreciating its candid portrayal of marital dissatisfaction and desire, while others find its narrative and thematic elements challenging.

What Reviewers Say

  • Explores the internal conflicts of a married woman seeking fulfillment.

  • Features mature themes common in Japanese V-cinema.

  • The film's portrayal of desire and marital ennui is a central focus.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific film is not readily available due to its niche genre and release period.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a wave of Japanese V-cinema productions that emerged in the late 1980s, often characterized by their direct-to-video releases and focus on adult-oriented content.

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