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Onna-zakari: Shiroku nureta futomomo

2020
Movie
70 min
Japanese

After his mother's 49th day memorial service, graduate student Kazuo decides to spend the night at her villa, where he becomes interested in Eri, the widow next door. However, it turns out that the person Kazuo really loves is Eri's daughter, Rika...

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Tetsuya NakashimaGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, traumatized by a childhood incident, finds herself drawn into a web of mystery and deception surrounding her family's past. As she uncovers dark secrets, she must confront her own fragmented memories and the sinister forces that seek to keep the truth hidden. The film explores themes of trauma, memory, and the cyclical nature of violence.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric direction and compelling performances, though some found the plot convoluted. Audiences were divided, appreciating the psychological depth but sometimes struggling with the ambiguous narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking and unsettling, with a strong central performance.

  • The complex narrative can be challenging to follow, leaving some plot threads unresolved.

  • A dark and atmospheric thriller that delves into psychological complexities.

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Fun Fact

The film's title translates to 'Woman's Bloom: Wet White Thighs', hinting at its thematic and visual elements, although the direct connection to the plot is often debated.

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