Where can I stream Barber's Widow legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Barber's Widow in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Barber's Widow
2000·Movie
·1h 1min·
Barber's Widow fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Tension7
- Violence6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
Some cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor5
- Dark Humor4
- Physical Comedy3
World
Everyday modern life and show business
- Novelty7
- World Immersion5
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Character Depth7
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization6
- Sound Centrality5
Energy
HighFast-paced and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Barber's Widow is fast-paced and tense.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
LowEveryday modern life and show business
Its world is built around everyday modern life and show business.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability2Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition3Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality2Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers youYou're watching with family
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Harumi, who runs a barbershop in the shopping district, lost her husband six months ago, and now her sexual frustration is on the verge of exploding. She reopened the barbershop to change her mood and make a living, but the only people who came to visit were Higuchi, the greengrocer, and Takada, the okonomiyaki restaurant owner, who were after her body. However, their advances were in vain, and Harumi was suppressing the throbbing of her body, regretting that she had driven her husband to death in the pursuit of her own pleasure. One day, her younger sister Reina, who had run away and left home, came to stay with her...
Japanese CinemaErotic DramaWidowSexual FrustrationPsychologicalGrotesqueIntrigueMelancholyContemporary Realism
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Related Movies and Shows
Overall: Similar vibe.
Movies
Shows
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Barber's Widow
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
What is Barber's Widow rated?
NuditySexual content
Content advisories: nudity and sexual content.
How long is Barber's Widow?
1 h 1 min
Barber's Widow runs 1 h 1 min.
What language is Barber's Widow in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.