Female Market: Imprisonment
Female Market: Imprisonment

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Female Market: Imprisonment

1986
Movie
69 min
Japanese

A woman is kidnapped by a mysterious sex trafficking ring and trained to be a sex slave. Despite the abuse she remains defiant.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Jürgen RolandGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In this crime drama, a woman finds herself entangled in a dangerous world after her husband's criminal activities lead to her imprisonment. While inside, she uncovers a dark secret about the prison system and the illicit dealings that occur within its walls. She must navigate the treacherous environment to survive and expose the truth.

Critical Reception

Female Market: Imprisonment received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its gritty portrayal of prison life and suspenseful plot, while others found its execution to be somewhat formulaic and its themes underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly divided, appreciating the thriller elements but occasionally criticizing the pacing and character development.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and tense moments within the prison setting.

  • Criticized by some for predictable plot points and uneven character arcs.

  • The film attempts to shed light on the harsh realities of incarceration but doesn't fully succeed.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not readily available. However, general audience feedback often points to a decent thriller with some flaws in its narrative execution.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of German crime thrillers in the 1980s, often featuring strong female leads navigating dangerous situations.

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