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Mud of Love
Kiriko Funo had an unpleasant experience in high school which made her stay away from love, but she wishes she could change. She walks the streets alone at night, her only hobby, in the hopes that it will inspire that change. Kiriko’s coworker, Hidemi is good at her job, but also has relations with many men. To her, sex is a way of relieving stress, and has nothing to do with love. Kiriko’s high school classmate, Konomi, has a husband and children but is tired of her dull everyday life. Because of this, she starts having an affair with Wataru, with whom she reconnected with at their high school reunion. Kiriko meets Yosuke, a regular customer at a cafe that Hidemi took her to. Talking to Yosuke is interesting, and with each time they meet her feelings grow more and more into love.
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Plot Summary
Mud of Love is a deeply personal documentary that follows the complex relationship between Nadav and Shimon, two men who fall in love while living in a remote kibbutz in the Negev desert. As their relationship deepens, they navigate the challenges of isolation, societal expectations, and their own personal histories. The film offers an intimate look at their shared life, struggles, and the enduring nature of their bond amidst the harsh yet beautiful desert landscape.
Critical Reception
Mud of Love received acclaim for its sensitive and intimate portrayal of a unique love story. Critics praised its authentic depiction of the relationship, the stunning cinematography of the desert setting, and the emotional depth achieved by director Tomer Heymann. While it garnered attention at film festivals, it maintained a more niche audience due to its documentary nature and specific subject matter.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intimate and honest portrayal of a relationship.
Highlighted for its beautiful cinematography capturing the desert environment.
Noted for its emotional resonance and exploration of love in isolation.
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Awards & Accolades
Screened at various international film festivals, including the Thessaloniki Documentary Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was shot over a period of several years, allowing the filmmakers to capture the organic development of Nadav and Shimon's relationship and their life on the kibbutz.
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