Lustful Ghost Story: Beautiful Flesh and Numbness
Lustful Ghost Story: Beautiful Flesh and Numbness

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Lustful Ghost Story: Beautiful Flesh and Numbness

2004
Movie
60 min
Japanese

The ghost of a woman takes revenge on the people who betrayed and abused her.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Gao XiaosongGenres: Drama, Horror, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, haunted by a past trauma, becomes entangled with a mysterious man who may be connected to her spectral visitations. As their relationship deepens, the lines between reality and hallucination blur, forcing her to confront her inner demons and the unsettling presence that torments her.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its confusing narrative and gratuitous use of erotic and horror elements. While some appreciated its attempt at psychological depth and visual style, many found it to be an uninspired and exploitative work.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its disjointed plot and sensationalist approach.

  • Some viewers noted the eerie atmosphere and aesthetic as a potential draw.

  • Praised by a small minority for its unconventional themes but largely dismissed as confusing and gratuitous.

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Fun Fact

The film's director, Gao Xiaosong, is more widely known for his work as a pop culture commentator and musician in China than for his film directing.

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