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Showa Erotica: The Lady of the Rose

1980·Movie

·1h 10min·

51

MediocreGoodWatch score

51

MediocreGoodWatch score

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Showa Erotica: The Lady of the Rose fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension7
Violence6
Adrenaline5

Heart

Nostalgic

Nostalgia7
Romance6
Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay3
Dark Humor3
Situational Comedy2

World

History, war, and society

World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality6
Ambiguity6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Direction7
Acting7
Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Music Composition7
Visual Stylization7

Energy

Medium

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Showa Erotica: The Lady of the Rose is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.

Heart

Low

Nostalgic

Emotionally, it's nostalgic.

All heart traits

Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.

Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

Related traits

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

Related traits

Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.

World

Medium

History, war, and society

Its world is built around history, war, and society.

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All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.

Related traits

Historical8Period settings and real events.
Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.

Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.

Craft

High

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.

Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Educational6Informative and instructive.

Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

High

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.

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About

Red memories, white terror... The young wife's body dances in a dreamlike hell.

The story of a noble femme fatale in 1941 in Japan.

Japanese CinemaArt HouseFemme FataleErotic DramaHistorical Setting1940s JapanNoblewomanIntrigueSocial Commentary

Actors

Erina Miyai

Countess Kinuyo

Yûko Asuka

Junko

Junko Mabuki

Yuki

Nagatoshi Sakamoto

Koike

Akira Takahashi

Hattori

Kōji Yashiro

Takagi

Crew

Directed by:

Katsuhiko Fujii, Masao Asada

Written by:

Norio Miyashita

Composed by:

Shin Takada, Nobumasa Fukushima

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Showa Erotica: The Lady of the Rose worth watching?

51

MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Showa Erotica: The Lady of the Rose rated?

NuditySexual contentViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, violence, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Showa Erotica: The Lady of the Rose?

1 h 10 min

Showa Erotica: The Lady of the Rose runs 1 h 10 min.

What language is Showa Erotica: The Lady of the Rose in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.