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Double Bed
Kato is a small time TV producer. He has a wife Masako, and a young son Taro. Kato also has a friend Yamazaki who he knew since college. Yamazaki has a girl friend Riko who lives with her younger sister Yuko who's an actress. Yamazaki is a lyric writer/womanizer and he starts to have an affair with Masako, but he's still going out with Riko.
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Plot Summary
A young couple, new to the city and struggling financially, decides to advertise for a third roommate to help with rent. They are overwhelmed by the parade of eccentric and unsuitable applicants who respond to their ad, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and chaotic situations as they try to find the right person to share their lives and their small apartment.
Critical Reception
Double Bed was a low-budget independent comedy that received a limited theatrical release and garnered little critical attention upon its debut. It is generally considered a forgettable entry in the genre, often overlooked by mainstream critics and audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks a compelling narrative and relies on broad, uninspired comedic situations.
The premise offers potential for humor but is ultimately squandered by weak execution.
Character development is minimal, making it difficult for audiences to connect with the protagonists.
Google audience: Audience reception is scarce due to the film's limited distribution and visibility. Those who have seen it tend to find it a dated and unmemorable romantic comedy.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on 16mm film, contributing to its distinct, grainy aesthetic common in independent productions of the era.
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