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Geisho
Horatio Sanz is Winslow, a man who has wanted something all his life. As a boy he was inspired by his mother’s intellect and love of art. Now thirty years later, our hero yearns to do something never done. His friend and therapist, Matt Walsh tries to help. His girlfriend doesn’t understand. He meets a mysterious woman, Amy Hill, can she help him fulfill his dream? To be the first male Geisha.
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Plot Summary
A lonely, introverted man becomes obsessed with a geisha he sees at a club, leading him down a dark path. He begins to stalk her, his fascination escalating into a dangerous obsession. As his mental state deteriorates, the lines between reality and delusion blur, culminating in a disturbing confrontation.
Critical Reception
Takashi Miike's 'Geisho' is a deeply unsettling psychological thriller that garnered mixed reviews. While some critics praised its intense atmosphere and disturbing exploration of obsession, others found its pacing uneven and its bleak narrative difficult to engage with. The film is generally seen as a challenging, albeit thought-provoking, entry in Miike's prolific filmography.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and dark psychological depth.
Criticized for its slow pacing and bleak, challenging narrative.
Seen as a typical, albeit less accessible, work from Takashi Miike.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Geisho' is not widely available on Google platforms, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
Takashi Miike is known for his prolific output, often directing multiple films per year, and 'Geisho' is considered one of his more subdued, character-driven horror entries compared to his more notoriously violent works.
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