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Her Broken Commandments

1965
Movie
78 min
Japanese

Pink film directed by Kan Mukai.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Bernard KnowlesGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, despite her upbringing in a strict religious household, finds herself torn between her faith and her burgeoning desires. As she navigates societal expectations and personal temptation, she must confront the consequences of her choices. The film explores themes of sin, redemption, and the struggle for self-discovery in a restrictive environment.

Critical Reception

Her Broken Commandments received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's inner conflict and others finding its dramatic arc to be somewhat predictable. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some connecting with the film's exploration of faith and desire, while others found its moral dilemmas to be heavy-handed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its exploration of moral and religious conflict.

  • Some found the narrative to be somewhat conventional.

  • Noted for its period atmosphere and Jane Merrow's performance.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on a novel of the same name by Norah Lofts, a prolific British author known for her historical fiction.

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