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Jitsuroku: Maruhi Toruko jō monogatari
A woman, concealing her background as the daughter of a poor fisherman from Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture, becomes a top-class Turkish prostitute in Yoshiwara, and pursues her dream of one day building a building in Ginza with the money she earns by making men swoon
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Plot Summary
The film depicts the experiences of women in a Japanese brothel during the late Meiji era, exploring themes of exploitation and survival. It follows the intertwined lives of several women as they navigate the harsh realities of their profession and their personal desires.
Critical Reception
This film is a notable entry in the Japanese 'pink film' genre, often praised for its exploration of female agency within oppressive systems and its stylistic direction. While not widely discussed in mainstream Western film criticism, it holds a cult following among enthusiasts of Japanese cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its frank portrayal of female sexuality and resilience.
Appreciated for its artistic direction within the constraints of the genre.
Criticized by some for its explicit content, though often seen as integral to its themes.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of influential 'pink films' in the 1970s that pushed boundaries in terms of subject matter and artistic expression within Japanese cinema.
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