Sumu Sumu
Sumu Sumu

Sumu Sumu

2017TV ShowEnded1 SeasonJapanese

Bakarhythm (Bakarhythm) and Masayasu Wakabayashi (Masayasu Wakabayashi) live on the same floor of N apartment building. Even though they are entertainers, they live simple lives. One day, they learn that Fumi Nikaido (Fumi Nikaido) lives in the same building. The three become friends.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users85%
Director: Lars von TrierGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

This unsettling film delves into the psyche of a woman named Alice who is haunted by her past trauma. As she navigates through fragmented memories and disturbing visions, the boundaries between reality and nightmare blur. The narrative explores themes of guilt, repression, and the search for catharsis within a surreal and psychologically intense landscape.

Critical Reception

Sumu Sumu received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics commending its bold artistic vision and unflinching exploration of dark themes. However, some found its length and challenging subject matter to be arduous.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its provocative and visually striking direction.
  • Lauded for its intense performances, particularly from the lead actress.
  • Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and disturbing content.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's artistic ambition and emotional depth, finding it to be a thought-provoking and memorable experience. Some viewers noted the film's intensity could be overwhelming, but most agreed it was a powerful piece of cinema.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's production was notably difficult, with reports of intense on-set disputes and challenges in achieving the desired visual effects.

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