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A Shyness for the Real Thing

1995·Movie
58min
20
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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance6
  • Pathos5
  • Coming of Age5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor4
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6
  • World Immersion5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting6
  • Character Depth6
  • Intrigue6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Cinematography5
  • Visual Stylization5

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About

A female teacher is dispatched as a private tutor. One of her students, a high school boy, falls in love with her at first sight, and when they are alone he suddenly pounces on her. Although she is reluctant, she becomes immersed in the young boy's love. However, she has a crush on someone else. Although she is devoted to him, she is unable to bring herself to say it, and he has always been taken by another woman.
Teacher-Student RomanceErotic TensionPsychological DramaForbidden LoveContemporary RealismComplex CharactersJapanese CinemaIntrigue

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Is A Shyness for the Real Thing worth watching?

20
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What is A Shyness for the Real Thing rated?

Sexual content

Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is A Shyness for the Real Thing?

0 h 58 min

A Shyness for the Real Thing runs 0 h 58 min.

What language is A Shyness for the Real Thing in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.