Even more than other films by Sono Shion, this is an experimental one, breaking some conventions to create a particular experience. That means I can't really say anything about the plot without spoiling it.
But I can say that it has a female main character played by Tomite Ami, who acts out in a expressive way in some of the scenes. Another actress is Tsutsui Mariko, who has taken part in quite a few other movies and TV series.
The movie is short, only 76 minutes. The first ten minutes seemed slow and didn't give a good impression. The pace picks up after a while and a lot of stuff is covered.
The movie set is artsy, with strongly coloured walls and carefully placed symbolical objects. The set is well crafted, and the camera angles and editing seem meticulous. As in his other movies, classical music is played for good effect.
What made it less enjoyable was that it was hard to sympathize with the characters. The main character has a complex story and personality, but is not likable. Most of the other characters are single-minded and unpleasant.
Overall, the movie was interesting and memorable. But while it concentrated on exploring some ideas about psychology, it forgot making me feel like the story was a lived reality for a real woman.
But I can say that it has a female main character played by Tomite Ami, who acts out in a expressive way in some of the scenes. Another actress is Tsutsui Mariko, who has taken part in quite a few other movies and TV series.
The movie is short, only 76 minutes. The first ten minutes seemed slow and didn't give a good impression. The pace picks up after a while and a lot of stuff is covered.
The movie set is artsy, with strongly coloured walls and carefully placed symbolical objects. The set is well crafted, and the camera angles and editing seem meticulous. As in his other movies, classical music is played for good effect.
What made it less enjoyable was that it was hard to sympathize with the characters. The main character has a complex story and personality, but is not likable. Most of the other characters are single-minded and unpleasant.
Overall, the movie was interesting and memorable. But while it concentrated on exploring some ideas about psychology, it forgot making me feel like the story was a lived reality for a real woman.