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The Lovers' Exile
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Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults
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An adaptation of “The Courier for Hell” (“Meido no Hikyaku”) by Chikamatsu Monzaemon (1653-1725).
Japanese Historical DramaTragic RomanceClassical AdaptationFate and DutyPeriod PieceIntense EmotionLiterary CinemaSocial ConstraintsBeautifully Rendered Tragedy
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Is The Lovers' Exile good for date night?
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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 9 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.
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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.