The Limit of Sleeping Beauty
The Limit of Sleeping Beauty

The Limit of Sleeping Beauty

2017Movie89 minJapanese

Aki is an unsuccessful 29-year-old actress who eventually became a magician's assistant. While pretending to be hypnotised on the stage, Aki finds the boundary between reality and illusion becoming increasingly vague. For Aki, the only beautiful memory she has was the time spent with her lover Kaito.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: / Genres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman is drawn into the dark and decadent world of a wealthy family after falling for their charismatic son. As she becomes entangled in their luxurious lifestyle, she uncovers disturbing secrets and the true nature of their relationships. The film explores themes of obsession, desire, and the blurred lines between love and control.

Critical Reception

The Limit of Sleeping Beauty received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and the performances of its cast, particularly its lead actress. However, some found the narrative to be underdeveloped and the pacing uneven. The film was noted for its exploration of complex psychological themes within a visually striking setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and visual style.
  • Criticized for a slow-burn narrative that doesn't always pay off.
  • Noted for its exploration of dark themes within a contemporary setting.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Limit of Sleeping Beauty' is not widely available through public aggregate data.

Fun Fact

The film was noted for its distinctive visual aesthetic, which aimed to create a sense of unease and luxurious decay.

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Alunauwie

Alunauwie

The Limit of Sleeping Beauty masterfully blends reality, memory, and hallucination to portray Aki’s descent into schizophrenia and identity confusion, demanding full focus from viewers. Yuki Sakurai delivers a mesmerizing performance, embod...