Canned Beauties
Canned Beauties

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Canned Beauties

2003
Movie
60 min
Japanese

Growing weary of his girl friend, Kentaro moves to a new apartment. One day in summer, he sees his ugly neighbor come out from the room together with many beautiful women around. It bothers him big time and eventually he reaches to an answer to this mystery: the very existence of a certain can named "BIJO-CAN". Kentaro, getting hold of this"BIJO-CAN" , finally succeeds to produce his own ideally beautiful woman, Yuki.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Charles BinaméGenres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

In 1920s Montreal, young women are recruited to work in the thriving Canadian food canning industry, with the promise of independence and adventure. However, the reality of factory life proves to be far from the glamorous image presented. The film explores the personal struggles and relationships of these women as they navigate demanding labor and societal expectations.

Critical Reception

Canned Beauties received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its historical setting and the performances of its lead actresses, while some found the narrative pacing to be uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its depiction of a specific historical period in Canadian industry.

  • Performances, particularly from the female cast, were often highlighted as a strength.

  • Some found the story to be somewhat predictable or lacking in dramatic impact.

Google audience: Audience reception information for Canned Beauties is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of women who worked in Canadian food processing plants during the early 20th century, a period of significant industrial growth.

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