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Deep in the Valley
Deep in the Valley interlaces a story of young romance set in Yanaka (part of old downtown Tokyo) with a Japanese period drama based on Five-Story Pagoda, a classic literary work by Rohan Koda. In the contemporary story, Kaori, a young woman working for a non-profit organization that restores home movies, learns that there used to be a five-story pagoda in the middle of Yanaka Cemetery. It burned down in 1957, and rumor has it that someone has an 8mm film of the fire.
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Plot Summary
When his wife leaves him, a struggling actor decides to pose as a gay man to rent out the guest house to a famous actress. He believes this will help him get back on his feet. However, his plan begins to unravel when he finds himself falling for the actress.
Critical Reception
Deep in the Valley is a low-budget independent romantic comedy that received a limited release and garnered minimal attention from mainstream critics. Audience reception is similarly muted, with the film often described as a predictable but harmless diversion.
What Reviewers Say
A predictable romantic comedy plot.
The performances are generally considered adequate for the material.
Lacks originality and memorable moments.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, California, aiming for a sunny, West Coast feel.
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