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Romanticizing abuse in relationships..
Okay so first of all, this movie is veryyyyy graphic. In terms of sexual content and abuse. I spent half of my time pausing this movie because of the very very nauseating scenes. I may sound extra, but as all the other reviews say this movie includes rape.What I don’t like about this film is the fact that it leads the victim back to his abuser and accepts him back to whatever you call a toxic relationship. I feel like stories like these just make out the victim to be clueless and “ask for it”. Like the amount of trauma this character had been through. Like the first chapter of the story was already upsetting, but the next one is a whole different story.
The only thing I could pick from this was, “there’s not much left until you experience the reality of life.” In the sense of this whole movie and manga included, that this movie is essentially about life and death.
One character wants to die but cannot bring himself to die. While the other character just wants to die. There’s nothing more to it. The overall story was compelling and it was very intimidating. I guess it would somehow make you think in the end.
But this also all roots down to consent and what to bring in a relationship. What the second main lead had, to him it was something special, and because he never had that closure of his other partner passing, he chose to “save” the first main lead. And sort of keep him away from him doing anything to himself. And I think because he chose to set him “free” in the end was because he knew he’d come back.
“Dangerous drugs of sex” has nothing to do with sec other then the dynamics of a toxic relationship with an abuser and a victim that has been affected by Stockholm syndrome. Because no one in a sane mind would willingly go back to such a person.
But regardless I think everything else was good. The acting was good, the music, etc.
I just would’ve liked a much less predictable and graphic story.
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If you don’t like forced sex stay away from this one
Basically a hostage rape movie if you're into that type of thing go ahead watch it.But If sex against your will triggers of anything for you I suggest to keep far away from this one because other than the characters back stories that’s all the movie is basically about.
The actors did a great job but the storyline was to much for me
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speechless (WATCH WITH HEADPHONES ON AND ALONE PLS)
I don’t even know what to say. I watched it already preparing myself for what was to come but oh lord, it exceeded the limit I thought it would have. See the first 40 minutes I was like why the heck is this guy assaulting him. I still don’t know why but lord these both dudes were going through it. In the end I like how despite all he did to him and he gave him a chance to leave and live his life he still followed him and literal saved his life. I don’t get what the last sex scene was about but I think it ties down with like a “tit for tat” He saved his life and kept him “alive” so now it was the other guys turn to take possession of his “life”. Removing all the fucked up things and the p0rn this is a movie about two fucked up guys who happen to have saved each other from death in a very questionable way.I know for a fact I am never watching this again, but at least now I can say I’ve watched it. To be honest it’s just a WOW to me. I’m really at a loss of words. Lord.
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NOT A TYPICAL BL AND FOR THIS IS THE BEST BL "MOVIE" THAT I HAVE WATCHED!
for me this is the best BL movie that I have ever watched. Everything about this movie is fantastic and at the same time intense. The plot is well-written, the actors and the crew really made justice. I really like this kind of BL because it is not typical story like puppy love or the generic BL plot. This is in another level, it talks about perspectives, problems, societal pressure, well-being, suicide, and most importantly LOVE. The build-up, chemistry between the two actors, and the sex scenes are phenomenal. If you watch this, you need to have an open mind and think about the message that it wants to portray.I REALLY LOVE THE TWIST WHERE THEY'VE BECOME THE COMFORT AND MEDICINE FOR EACH OTHER. I HOPE THERE'S A PART 2 OF THIS MOVIE. I ALSO WANT TO COMMEND THE ATMOSPHERE OR THE AMBIANCE, IT'S GLOOMY THAT'S WHY YOU CAN SENSE THAT IT IS A HEAVY DRAMA. NEXT IS CINEMATOGRAPHY AND THE TEAM OF COURSE. BEST BL INDEED.
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HEADPHONES RECOMMENDED!!
Oh godI was so confused after I finished watching this, because I was too giddy about the sex scenes (which were filmed way too good, so suggestive and yet, you can't see nothing) but I was also extremely sad with the whole story reveal. The ending is somewhat.. I don't know how to phrase it- it is good, but also, kinda fu*ked up. So, yeah. I liked it though.
Tbh, I didn't know, whether I was sad or feeling horny.
Or maybe both.
I just, have never been so confused with my reaction to a movie before 😂
But, I am so so glad that this movie, was one, made in Japan (yay! progress) and second, that they added such a mature and thriller theme to a BL, like great job!
Also, the actors did a fu*king amazing job with their acting man, like holy fu*king sh*t- they were crazy good!
I am glad I watched it but also in the story, some very questionable choices were made made and there should be a trigger warning because like the plot states, it is sexual torture that happens, so please, be warned.
Anyways, I totally recommend this movie for anyone who is okay with steamy, yet some highly strong and offensive sex scenes, cause this baby is packed with them!
Also, it's on Netflix. Yay!
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oh okay
WOW is all I can say. Funny enough I found out about this movie through an 18+ tik tok recommendation. I should have definitely read reviews or what it was about beforehand. Either way, I don't believe anyone should watch this if you are someone who can't handle topics that involve rape, sexual assault, or related things to do with Stockholm syndrome. While I never would have chosen to just watch this on my own, I wasn't disappointed, if you can move past the obvious hard parts to watch (non-consensual sex, among others) then the story is actually somewhere in there and elaborates on different things that are real. All I can say is watch with an open mind, not a closed one!Was this review helpful to you?
Intense!
This was a seriously intense movie. I happened to find it from a Music Video someone had done with scenes from the movie and translated into English. I read what they said about it and thought ok why not try. Psychological, intense and graphic. It is graphic. Be warned.The acting was really good especially for the character Makoto. Both were really good but he was amazing. What he was going through you could feel his pain, fear and every other emotion he had.
I am not sure I could re-watch it. But it does have the potential. I thought it was a well done movie that is why I rated it higher.
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HOLY SHIT THAT WAS GOOD
ok ok so i'm usually really picky in BL's and rarely enjoy them the way i did while watching this! i know that sounds bad considering the plot of this, but i think this was a very well done movie. it kept me hooked and interested, and i had more fun watching this low-budget R18 movie rather than a trashy high-budget k-drama with no character development.story: great story overall! i loved the character development that happens between both characters. my only question was how did mc fall for the seme so quickly after escaping? that was kind of weird nd a bit rushed, but i went along with it cause it kept the story moving.
acting/cast: the mc's actor was phenomenal! his acting was superb, the noises he made during the R18 scenes weren't necessarily realistic, but i loved that because it was so much better than dramas with the just seme moaning. both actors did well overall, the facial expressions and dialogue were well done.
music: the music suited the scenes it was in, so no complaints there.
rewatch value: oh yea would def rewatch it, especially for the R18 scenes.
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Not for anyone who has suffered trauma in their life
When I first watched this movie I was drawn to it by one of the commenters the music was pretty good. I was confused about the young man and what he was being kidnapped tortured and into the bondage thing. But the movie shows about the ghost of the kidnapper and the young man who was being tortured past. Throughout the whole movie they learn to confront their demons. The kidnapper is trying to show the young man how to live his life through pain and pleasure. The more pain and pleasure he feels the more alive he feels. And the more pain he feels that's when his survivor instinct kicks in. The young man suffers a severe loss and everything in his life spirals out of control. Even though the kidnappers job is to save people's lives he was having a hard time living his after suffering a similar loss. Finally when the young man goes free and knows the truth. He finally wants to live in a set free. And in the process he helps the kidnapper get free of his demons as well. He was held prisoner for how long how many days was conditioned. I mean in the end he ends up helping the kidnapper. I was thinking he was suffering from Stockholm syndrome. Could be but you can tell by his expression and the way he communicates with his kidnapper who said him free that the young man is actually free. I know the torture and bondage and rape scenes were pretty intense. But that's because the actors did a really good job and the music helped to. But I was really enjoyed the ending. Because they really helped each other. And I have rewatched this like three times already cuz I really enjoyed it. And it actually looks like they're having sex it is. It is a very good psychological thriller the acting is very good because the torture scenes look so real. After the second time over watching yet I kept thinking I couldn't imagine doing that in front of the cameras how many takes hesitant to do that. Because it looks like it's actually like soft p***. This is not for the fate of heart I give it a 9 out of 10.Was this review helpful to you?
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Side eye...
So the only real issue I have with this movie really is the implications of it. The older I get, the more irritated I become with media having irresponsible messaging and this could totally be me having missed something or not understanding.There is NO consequence for Yoda's actions. None. He kidnapped, tortured, violated and repeatedly raped katsuguri and NOTHING happened to him. In fact, the story is told in such a way that you're supposed to PITY him and feel bad!!
Let's be clear, there is NO excuse for what Yoda did and I don't care what state katsuguri was in. My problem is that the story implies that this behavior is fine if you have enough trauma and you choose "the right" target which is insane.
Overall the movie itself was fine but the undertone is absolutely terrible.
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à ne pas mettre devant tous les yeux mais a tellement à raconter
Attention, cet avis contiendras sûrement de légers SPOILS, même si j'essaye d'en dévoiler le moins possible.On a ici la rencontre entre deux âmes perdues, déchirées en morceaux en les personnes (ou plutôt les personnages) de Katsuragi Makoto et Katsuragi Makoto. L'un comme l'autre ont subi une perte qui a chamboulé leur vie à les rendre désespérés au point de vouloir en finir, presque fous de survivre là où d'autres n'ont pas continué à vivre.
On découvre des bribes de leurs vies passées entre chaque épisode sexuel. Jojo Hideo utilise des contrastes à couper au couteau pour montrer les transitions entre le passé au couleurs vives et chaudes et le présent froid et insalubre.
Les scènes sont crues et aucune musique ne va essayer de vous faire croire que nous sommes dans une romance. Il n'ya pas de fondu, ni de censure pour créer l'atmosphère odieuse que voulait le réalisateur/scénariste du film.
Les acteurs sont époustouflants dans leurs rôles, Kitadai Takashi plante un Yoda Ryoji froid et moqueur alors qu'il viole sa victime, il nous démontre ici l'étendue de sa capacité de jeu. Tout comme Watanabe Sho qui utilise la même énergie dans son rôle de victime, son jeu est tout aussi puissant.
Le film n'est jamais ennuyeux et le rythme est consommé, il ne nous montre aucune scène inutile, chacune est nécessaire pour nous montrer l'évolution de l'intimité que partagent les deux hommes. Au bout d'un moment, quand Katsuragi Makoto commence à rendre les armes, les flashbacks prennent pour point central le passé de Katsuragi Makoto et on commence à comprendre l'objectif qu'il n'avait expliqué qu'à demi-mot : il veut sauver une vie.
À la fin, toutes les questions ont trouvé une réponse et on peut se rendre compte que le scénario de Hideo est vraiment abouti en tout point, il nous démontre que, comme l'avait annoncé le titre, le sexe peut être une drogue, une drogue qui rend accro à la vie.
Pour faire le bilan, je dirai qu'il ne faut pas s'arrêter aux images qui peuvent paraître choquantes de prime abord, elles ne sont pas là "juste" pour choquer, bien au contraire. Et il ne faut pas voir non plus ce film comme une romance de viol hard avec un syndrome de Stockholm, ce serait bien trop réducteur. Le propos pose question et porteur d’intérêt, ça vaut le coup de s'y intéresser à mon sens.
Maintenant, à vous de vous faire votre avis.
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