Special Masturbation
Special Masturbation

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Special Masturbation

1987
Movie
70 min
Japanese

Rika is a 21-year-old window dresser who has been working hard to decorate the shop window of a stylish boutique, which is the only place in the city at night that stands out in blue. Rika had been very curious about the taxi driver who had stopped in front of her shop for some time now. The man was holding a camera and photographing Rika through the window...

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Director: Mike KucharGenres: Short Film, Experimental, Comedy

Plot Summary

This short experimental film by Mike Kuchar is a surreal and humorous exploration of self-pleasure, presented with a distinct DIY aesthetic. It features Kuchar himself in a series of bizarre and visually striking scenarios, employing found objects and playful absurdity.

Critical Reception

As an avant-garde short film, 'Special Masturbation' is not typically reviewed by mainstream critics. Its reception is largely within experimental film circles, where it is appreciated for its unique, personal, and humorous take on a taboo subject.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its raw, uninhibited, and humorous approach.

  • Seen as a signature piece of Kuchar's lo-fi, personal filmmaking style.

  • Celebrated for its bold and unconventional subject matter.

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Fun Fact

Mike Kuchar often acted in and directed his own films, embracing a highly personal and often humorous filmmaking process that eschewed traditional Hollywood production values.

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