neoParadise

A middle-aged woman, Mitsuko, who is trapped in a loveless marriage, takes in a young, charismatic drifter named Guillaume. Their relationship quickly becomes complicated as Guillaume begins to exert a strange influence over Mitsuko's family and her life. The film explores themes of desire, control, and the disintegration of conventional relationships under unconventional pressures.

neoParadise received critical acclaim for its deliberate pacing, nuanced performances, and unsettling exploration of human relationships. Critics praised Fukada's masterful direction and the film's ability to provoke thought and discomfort.

• Praised for its atmospheric tension and psychological depth.
• Acclaimed for its unconventional narrative and exploration of complex desires.
• Noted for strong performances, particularly from Shinobu Terajima.

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Winner of the Special Jury Prize at the 2013 Locarno International Film Festival.

Director Kōji Fukada spent several years developing this film, initially envisioning it as a much shorter piece before expanding it to its epic runtime.