The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese

2020Movie2 h 10 minNR

65
GoodGoodWatch score

A romantic, slow-burning drama movie about everyday modern life and the mind.

Good for date night · friends night · thought-provoking

Skip it if you want fast pacing · you're watching with family

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Story

Crying Out Love, in the Center of the World.

Kyoichi, a man with an indecisive personality, constantly cheats. That is, until his wife sends a P. I to investigate his affairs. But what will happen when the man she sent wants to fulfill his own desires?

Feels like

  • LGBTQ+ Romance
  • Psychological Drama
  • Infidelity
  • Emotional Complexity
  • Slow Burn
  • Character-Driven
  • Japanese Cinema
  • Intrigue
  • Sensual

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Isao Yukisada
Written by
Anne Horiizumi

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Facts

June 5, 2020 · 2 h 10 min · NR

Released
June 5, 2020
Runtime
2 h 10 min
Age rating
NR
Content
Sexual Content
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
7 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese?"

Questions about The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese

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Where can I stream The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese?

In the United States, The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese streams on Rakuten Viki. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65 (IMDb 6.7).

Is The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.