The Petting: Suttekamu
The man, a self-proclaimed "detective", makes a living selling used school uniforms, which were popular at the time. A young girl named Lisa comes to sell her sailor uniforms, but the detective says he'll raise the price if she lets him film her petting and fellatio, and Lisa agrees. The detective also runs a "breakup agency." One day, an elegant young wife, Harue, comes to him to ask for an investigation into her husband, Masayuki's, infidelity. A world of infidelity and passion unfolds with the detective at its center. Directed by Hashiguchi Takuaki from a screenplay by Nazono Tou Hankojin, this must-see work delves into the sexual lives of men and women who are not satisfied with normality.
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Plot Summary
A group of high school students discover a mysterious videotape that, when watched, causes them to experience vivid and terrifying hallucinations. As they delve deeper into the origins of the tape, they uncover a dark secret connected to their school and a series of unsolved disappearances. The students must race against time to break the curse before they too succumb to the tape's sinister influence.
Critical Reception
While 'The Petting: Suttekamu' garnered some attention for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological horror elements, it received mixed reviews. Critics were divided on its effectiveness, with some praising its originality and suspense, while others found its plot convoluted and its scares occasionally predictable. Audience reception was similarly varied, with some viewers embracing its unique take on the J-horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its creepy premise and unsettling visual style.
- Criticized for a confusing narrative and pacing issues.
- Noted for its attempts at psychological horror but often falling short of its potential.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Suttekamu,' is derived from a combination of Japanese words that loosely translate to 'take-off' or 'discard,' hinting at the themes of losing control and shedding one's sanity.
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