Sex Is No Laughing Matter
Mirume is a 19 year old college student who falls in love with Yuri, an almost 40 year old art teacher at his university. Yuri isn't your typical college professor, having a quirky sense of humor and unpredictable personality. When Yuri invites Murume to her studio, she playfully seduces the still naive 19 year old student. Things become more complicated when Mirume discovers that Yuri is married to a much older man....
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the complex and often contradictory relationship between sex, comedy, and censorship. Through interviews with performers, academics, and cultural critics, it delves into how humor has been used to challenge societal norms around sexuality, while also examining the boundaries that are often pushed and the controversies that arise.
Critical Reception
Reviews for 'Sex Is No Laughing Matter' were mixed, with some critics praising its bold exploration of a sensitive topic and its intellectual depth. Others found the film to be uneven in its pacing and somewhat academic in its approach, suggesting it could have benefited from more personal anecdotes or a clearer narrative arc.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its thought-provoking examination of sex and comedy.
- Criticized for its somewhat dry and academic presentation.
- Seen as an interesting, though not entirely captivating, documentary.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a divided reception, with some finding the film intellectually stimulating and others deeming it too niche or dry.
Fun Fact
The film features archival footage and interviews that shed light on the evolution of sexual discourse in comedy and media over several decades.
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