365 Nights
365 Nights

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365 Nights

1962
Movie
95 min
Japanese

A touching drama about a love triangle between a young architect, Koroku, and two women, Ranko and Teruko. Ranko comes from a wealthy family and is offering to repay Koroku’s family debts in exchange for marriage, but Koroku is in love with his landlord’s daughter, Teruko. Things are further complicated when the wicked Tsugawa takes interest in both women, for his own marriage.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Giuseppe Patroni GriffiGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In this Italian drama, a young woman finds herself in a challenging marital situation when her husband becomes increasingly distant and preoccupied with his work. She begins to explore other avenues for companionship and fulfillment, leading to a series of complex emotional and personal discoveries. The film delves into themes of loneliness, desire, and the search for connection within a restrictive social context. Her journey explores the boundaries of societal expectations and personal freedom.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, '365 Nights' garnered mixed reviews, with some critics praising its artistic direction and exploration of complex psychological themes, while others found its pacing and narrative somewhat disjointed. The film's daring portrayal of sensuality for its time also sparked debate. It is often viewed as a product of its era, reflecting certain anxieties and societal shifts within Italian cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric direction and performances.

  • Some found the plot slow or underdeveloped.

  • Noted for its exploration of female desire and societal constraints.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was notably controversial for its time due to its candid depiction of sensuality and marital dissatisfaction, pushing boundaries within Italian cinema of the early 1960s.

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