Nakamura succeeds in making the spectator care for Maria and impact him/her emotionally with her tragedy.
Tag: Mayu Nakamura
She is Me, I Am her (2022) review [Japan Society – Female Gaze]
Nakamura elegantly unpacks how the corona situation disturbs the field of desire as well how important the presence of bodies is within the societal field driven by desire.
Best Japanese Films of 2022
As this year comes to a close, it is finally time to look back to the Japanese cinematic year. Despite the doom and gloom that easily escapes the mouths of some commentators, this year was a fine year for Japanese cinema. Discover our top 15 Japanese movies of this year.
Intimate Stranger (2022) review
“A splendid narrative that dares to explore how problematic mothers can be for their children.”
Short Movie Time: Among Four of Us (2020) review [OAFF 2021]
“A great short narrative that beautifully highlights the impact of the state of emergency on the subjective and social state of speaking beings.”