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Love Exposure (2008)

"Jesus, forgive these morons."

8.020083h 57mJA
ActionComedyDramaRomance

Directed by Sion Sono

Rating

8.0/10

Runtime

3h 57m

Language

JA

Release

November 29, 2008

Director

Sion Sono

Official Trailer

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Overview

The story of a teenage boy called Yu, who falls for Yoko, a girl he runs into while working as an upskirt photographer in an offshoot of the porn industry. His attempts to woo her are complicated by a spot of cross-dressing – which convinces Yoko that she is lesbian – dalliances with kung-fu and cri...

Cast

Takahiro Nishijima

Takahiro Nishijima

Yu

Hikari Mitsushima

Hikari Mitsushima

Yoko

Sakura Ando

Sakura Ando

Koike

Makiko Watanabe

Makiko Watanabe

Kaori

Atsuro Watabe

Atsuro Watabe

Tetsu Tsunoda

Yutaka Shimizu

Yutaka Shimizu

Yuji

Hiroyuki Onoue

Hiroyuki Onoue

Takahiro

Tasuku Nagaoka

Tasuku Nagaoka

Senior

Sow Hirosawa

Sow Hirosawa

Kumi

Yūko Genkaku

Yūko Genkaku

Keiko

Mami Nakamura

Mami Nakamura

Yu's Mother

Arata Yamanaka

Arata Yamanaka

Master Lloyd's Disciple

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Love Exposure (2008), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The story of a teenage boy called Yu, who falls for Yoko, a girl he runs into while working as an upskirt photographer in an offshoot of the porn industry. His attempts to woo her are complicated by a spot of cross-dressing – which convinces Yoko that she is lesbian – dalliances with kung-fu and crime, and a constant struggle with Catholic guilt.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Love Exposure. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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