A Newly Wedded Couple's Sex Life
A Newly Wedded Couple's Sex Life

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A Newly Wedded Couple's Sex Life

2018
Movie
74 min
Korean

Jung-sik and Ji-young got married after a hot relationship, but it has cooled down. One day, Yoon-soo and Sun-young move in next door. They have been married for 5 years, but still look like they're madly in love. Ji-young talks to them about her problems and they decide to help her sex life.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Director: Kirsten JohnsonGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the intimate lives of a recently married couple as they navigate the complexities of their sexual relationship. It delves into their open and honest conversations about desire, intimacy, and the evolution of their connection.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics commending its frankness and vulnerability. Some found it to be a poignant and insightful look into modern relationships, while others felt it was perhaps too niche or lacked broader narrative scope.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its honest and unflinching portrayal of intimacy.

  • Appreciated for its candid conversations about desire and connection.

  • Some viewers found the subject matter too specific or lacking wider appeal.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented for this film, but initial reactions suggest a division between those who found it groundbreaking and relatable, and those who felt it was too personal or specialized.

Fun Fact

Director Kirsten Johnson is known for her observational documentary style, often focusing on intimate human relationships and experiences.

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