It's a difficult movie to categorise; part fable, part romance and part body-horror. The performances are understated and nuanced and the story is compelling.
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Solitary and skilled photographer Kai is afraid of women. When he encounters a beautiful model, Kyoko suffering from body dysmorphia, they begin a twisted romance. Kai is determined to save Kyoko from her anguishes, even if it means death to himself.
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Hypnotic, surreal and humane
Who am I ?
This film makes you think a deep philosophical question - who are you ? What defines you ? Would you exist if nobody sees you ?
A good movie to watch although some parts of the film may be difficult to understand if you haven't lived in Japan.
Woman of the dunes in 21st century?
Well this could have been a wonderful entry from the similar concept of Woman of the dunes by Teshigahara. But what this attempts to do is make it look like a feel good film for the cause of showing empathy to one of he lead characters and focusing in instagram-narcissism. The second half falters just when the story gives us an opportunity to think big. It starts as a slow-burn thriller and ends at being a feel-good love film. Only if the directory knew what exactly he wants to do with the second half, this could have been a great film.