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Stool Doll
Yoshio Tobari is in love with the perfect woman for him: Hanaka. However, he literally created this himself with the products of his love. And love, as is well known, goes through the stomach (and the intestines) ...
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Plot Summary
A mysterious phenomenon causes people to spontaneously combust, leaving behind only a single stool doll. A young woman named Misaki begins to investigate the unsettling occurrences, delving into a surreal and dangerous world. As she uncovers fragmented clues, she must confront the bizarre reality behind the doll-like figures and their connection to the disappearances.
Critical Reception
Stool Doll received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique visual style and thought-provoking premise. Some found the narrative to be overly abstract and difficult to follow, while others appreciated its bold and unconventional approach to storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
Visually striking with a captivatingly bizarre concept.
The film's abstract nature can be challenging but rewarding.
A surreal and unsettling journey that leaves a lasting impression.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable or not aggregated.
Fun Fact
The film's distinctive 'stool dolls' are designed to represent the incomplete or fractured nature of the characters' identities and memories.
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