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Real Pleasure

Name: Real Pleasure
Released: 1993-01-29
Duration: 58 min

1993

Movie

58 min

Japanese

Kurata, a migrant laborer, works at a construction site. His mother and younger sister, Yasuko, are back home, but Yasuko is practically ill from the shock of being raped. His entertainment is watching underground videos in his cramped apartment, and one of the women featured in one resembles Yasuko. One day, after receiving a telegram informing him of Yasuko's death, he gets drunk and wanders the streets, where he meets Momoko, a prostitute at a shady bar. He is attracted to Momoko, who looks just like Yasuko. However, when he learns that Momoko has been captured and raped by a gang of yakuza, he rushes to the scene...

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IMDb6.5/10

Rotten Tomatoes75%

Metacritic62/100

Google Users85%

Director: Kimnalee•Genres: Drama

Plot Summary

A group of estranged siblings are brought back together by the impending death of their father. As they gather, old resentments and hidden truths surface, forcing them to confront their fractured relationships and decide what 'pleasure' truly means to them. The film explores themes of family, forgiveness, and the complexities of inherited legacies.

Critical Reception

Real Pleasure was met with mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its emotional depth and strong performances, though some found its pacing to be slow. Audiences generally responded well to its relatable family dynamics and poignant exploration of reconciliation.

What Reviewers Say

Praised for its sensitive portrayal of family struggles and reconciliation.
Some critics noted a deliberate, sometimes slow, narrative pace.
Performances were frequently highlighted as a significant strength.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's honest depiction of family dynamics and the emotional journey of the characters. Many found the themes of forgiveness and understanding to be particularly resonant, though a few felt the story could have been more concise.