Tatsuru is a college student by day, but he spends his nights working at Pinocchio’s where he entertains male customers looking for some no strings action with a disinterested young man. Among the other youngish guys working at the club is Shin who is actually still in high school. Shin is out to his parents, but they haven’t taken it well so he’s couch surfing, leading to him to ask Tatsuru if he could temporarily move in with him. Along with all of the practical problems this may raise, Shin has something of a crush on his older colleague, but Tatsuru is filled with doubts about many things and his apartment is in no way big enough to contain this particular elephant in the room.
Tatsuru is about as detached as they come. He claims that he can separate love and sex and that for him his work is just a mechanical action that he happens to be pretty good at. The first client we see him with interrogates him about his non-compensatory love life, assuming that he must have a girlfriend. Tatsuru gives a non-committal answer about whether he also sleeps with women which offers the first indication of his slight resistance to the idea of being gay even if he has no problem earning a living through sleeping with men. Throughout the film he also conducts a parallel (platonic, if fliratious) relationship with an older female student, though when he decides to try and take things further she more or less shuts him down explaining that she’s confused about her feelings for him – she wants him in her life, but probably not in a romantic way. As if to underline the point, an attendant begins to spray cleaning fluid over the passenger side window of the car Tatsuru is sitting in, effectively painting him out of the picture.
Shin, on the other hand, is very clear about his sexuality but less so about the idea of selling it for money. Uncomfortable with the atmosphere at the club, Shin has decided he only wants to do it with people he likes, as impractical as that may turn out to be. What Shin wants is romance, but that’s exactly what Tatsuru is currently unable to acknowledge. When taken to task by one of Shin’s female friends, Tatsuru offers a series of justifications about different kinds of love but remains rational and closed down. At the moment it appears something may happen between the pair, it’s Shin who ultimately can’t follow through. Whether due to “chickening out” as his friend accuses, a lack of belief in his object of affection, or simple vulnerability, Shin is not quite ready to acknowledge his true feelings either.
Both boys have also become estranged from their families and particularly with their fathers. Tatsuru’s father leaves gruff answerphone messages and then when he finally gets through, suggests that his son is a drain on his resources that he could well do without. Having left Tatsuru’s mother for another woman, dad is now cash strapped – so much so that his new partner has had to have an abortion because of all the loans he’s taken out for Tatsuru’s fees. The final parting blow is to say that (contrary to the suggestion of a complete divorce between father and son) Tatsuru is now the sole heir of the Shinomori name which is yet another burden for guy who may be gay and therefore may not necessarily be looking to pass that name on. Shin’s father had something of an apoplexy when he found out his son was gay and threatened to have him sent away to the self defence force for some “toughening” up, going so far to trample all over Shin’s dreams of becoming a fashion designer and leading him to leave home at such a young age.
Hashiguchi’s first feature is his most melancholy but also oddly innocent. A theme which recurs throughout his career – that love is sad and ultimately impossible, rears its head during the film’s final scene in which Hashiguchi himself plays a sinister customer. This uncomfortably long sequence which breaks with the formalist camera movements of the the earlier part in favour of destabilising, unbroken handheld, acts as the climax of the film as the pair are once again symmetrically opposed. Tatsuru likes things impersonal but this guy wants to talk, whereas Shin craves connection but finds the customer unpleasant in his wheedling, direct and almost forceful approach. “You wouldn’t know the pain of being unable to speak out about how you really feel”, says the customer, oblivious to the obvious subtext. This long, strange, and uncomfortable encounter does at least lead both boys into the centre ground, making each clearer both about themselves independently and about whatever it is that exists between them.
Contrary to the customer’s assertion about the impossibility of true connection, the film ends on a note of hope as the boys walk home together with a little more lightness in their steps. When Shin enquires how much Tatsuru was paid for something that he previously disapproved of but seems to have got over now, he tells him he’s underselling himself and ought to value himself more. Tatsuru says he’ll bear that in mind – that has, after all, been the problem all along. In one sense, the “fever” has broken – a weight has been lifted, leaving both boys freer to go about their lives with more clarity and less angst. Perhaps it isn’t all so sad and impossible after all.
I am happy they didn't rush things in the end when sheng wang had his gay awakening. it wasn't a happy ending but not a sad ending either .i am rooting for both of them in second season . 9.5/10 Taiwan bl always serve 💙
Here the full explanation what happened in last part(the letter, for those who don't understand ) and what this story is all about -info from site - blwatcher.com
-Konno Konno is what some people might describe as an "easy mark". As a lonely gay man without friends or close family members, Konno is completely isolated in his life. He spends each day with a mundane routine. Besides work, his most exciting activities include reading, taking care of his plants, and walking around in his tight underwear.
Konno's solitude is not by choice. He previously had a relationship, but his boyfriend transitioned to a woman and their romance failed to sustain. Since then, Konno couldn't meet anyone new, especially not in a dead-end warehouse job, made worse by his bashful personality. Without any ambition to seek social connections, Konno seems resigned to a life of solitude. Or at least that was until Hiasa entered his life.
Hiasa is what some people might describe as a "user". A manipulative man driven by self-interest, he preys on the weak and the vulnerable, hoping to take advantage of them. When they no longer have any use, Hiasa would cut them out of his life. Konno's loneliness, desperation, and naivete make him the perfect target for Hiasa. Thus began an unhealthy relationship between the movie's two main characters.
-Hiasa and konno' s friendship Hiasa started hanging out around Konno, probably because nobody else was around his age in the warehouse. Due to his lack of options, Konno became his buddy as a last resort. However, Hiasa didn't value this friendship, as demonstrated when he quit work without even informing him. Hiasa only used Konno to feel less lonely in a tedious job, not because he cared about making friends.
Later, Hiasa moved on to a bigger and better job, leaving Konno in the dust. If Hiasa was in any other line of work, the two might have never reacquainted again. However, his new insurance career means that he needs lots of connections. As Hiasa goes through his old contacts list, he must have identified Konno as an easy target. Hiasa could make a profit off his sad and lonely acquaintance.
However, Hiasa wasn't aggressive and didn't approach him with the insurance package right away. He took the time to befriend Konno again, hardly bringing up the insurance sales. Konno was so grateful to have a friend again that he didn't even question why Hiasa left him in the first place. They restored their friendship as normal, until Hiasa deemed their bond is strong enough and it was the right time to strike.
-Grooming konno The turning point in the story is when Hiasa asks Konno to purchase an insurance package from him. Up until that point, Konno gave him the benefit of the doubt, believing they formed a trustworthy friendship. However, he couldn't shake off the suspicion that Hiasa was taking advantage of him, mainly to get a new customer.
When Hiasa made that allegory about ~grooming~ a fire, it made Konno realize that's how his so-called friend perceived him. In the same way that he'd build up a flame, Hiasa has slowly nurtured his friendship with Konno until it was time to profit off him. Once Konno saw the parallels between the fire and himself, he recognized Hiasa's self-serving mentality. He got angry, refusing to engage in this friendship anymore. After a frosty exchange, Hiasa warns Konno about not knowing the real him that lay beneath the shadows.
This tense conversation was the last time Konno and Hiasa interacted. Months pass by and Konno returns to his lonely life of solitude again. After learning of Hiasa's disappearance, Konno becomes curious about his ex-friend. He goes on a deep investigation, trying to learn more about this mysterious man's life. He wants to clarify whether their friendship had been genuine or not.
-Konno and his ex Konno and hiasa's relationship is strictly platonic, even though Konno spends most of the movie pining after his friend in a one-sided unreciprocated crush.
However, there is an interesting moment between Konno and his ex, a trans woman who recently transitioned. A lot about their past relationship is left unspoken, only implied through wistful glances and meaningful silences between them. Was Konno still hung up on his ex? How long were they dating? Is she the reason why Konno lacks the drive to meet people and find a new relationship?
I have many questions about the ex character, who only appeared in a short part of the movie, yet she offered so much insight into Konno's past. You can come to your own conclusion about the history they shared and why their romance came to an end. The final hug between them is poignant, one that is full of feeling and melancholy. Although Konno and his ex maintained an amicable relationship after their breakup, they aren't close enough to open up to each other. During their scenes together, you can feel some apprehension and distance between them.
Notice how Konno hasn't brought up any mentions of Hiasa to his ex. From that reference point, we can surmise Konno didn't trust her enough to confide in his deepest secrets with his ex. Ironically, the two characters met because they wanted to catch up. However, the ex didn't actually find out what had been happening with Konno's life.
I can understand why Konno wouldn't want to bring up Hiasa to his ex, out of awkwardness and embarrassment. However, she was one of the few people in his life who seemed to genuinely care about him. It's a shame they didn't have a closer relationship. Konno really needed a loyal friend during this period of heartbreak and confusion.
- kunno 's letter In the scenes leading up to the ending, Konno visited Hiasa's brother and father. Both confirm that Hiasa has a long history of sketchy behaviour. Their testimonies validated Konno's worst fears that his friend was simply a con artist. Still, he dug deeper into Hiasa's life, hoping to find any contrary sign that indicated otherwise. Konno wanted so badly to believe there was light beneath the shadow, a genuine side to Hiasa that only he saw during their time together.
The most condemning evidence came when Konno reviewed the insurance package that he purchased. Without informing him, Hiasa upgraded Konno's insurance to include wedding services. Hiasa knew his friend was gay, single, and would never get married. Yet, he still signed up for the wedding package to extract extra money from Konno.
Finally, Konno breaks down in hysterical tears. All this time, he has refused to accept that Hiasa wasn't authentic with his friendship. He still clung to a false belief, even after talking with Hiasa's family. Reviewing the insurance package was the last straw that made him lose any remaining hope. Faced with undeniable proof, Konno accepts that Hiasa was never his friend and only used him for selfish gain. What laid beneath the shadow was only more darkness, revealing their friendship was a fraud.
-Ending explained Years later, Konno is seemingly happier with a new relationship. In the final scene, Konno goes fishing by the lake with his boyfriend. Suddenly, he sees Hiasa staring back at him on the other side. A distracted Konno looks away for a second, and the image of Hiasa is gone again. As Konno spends the rest of the afternoon fishing, he continues to glance at that exact location, deep in pensive thought.
Obviously, that's not the real Hiasa, who disappeared and died during the earthquake years ago. However, the fact that Konno sees an illusion of him is troubling. It's a bittersweet ending that indicates Konno might still have lingering thoughts about Hiasa, even after all this time.
Although his new relationship seems idyllic, Konno hasn't fully moved on from Hiasa yet. No matter how much time has passed, he can't find closure to this chapter of his life. Hiasa haunts him to this day, appearing in his thoughts without notice, like a shadow that can never go away.
Still waiting and crying in a corner .. Can anybody tell me that how much duration does this movie had ? And it will release for int fans in october's last or first week of november with english subtitles ?
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Tatsuru is about as detached as they come. He claims that he can separate love and sex and that for him his work is just a mechanical action that he happens to be pretty good at. The first client we see him with interrogates him about his non-compensatory love life, assuming that he must have a girlfriend. Tatsuru gives a non-committal answer about whether he also sleeps with women which offers the first indication of his slight resistance to the idea of being gay even if he has no problem earning a living through sleeping with men. Throughout the film he also conducts a parallel (platonic, if fliratious) relationship with an older female student, though when he decides to try and take things further she more or less shuts him down explaining that she’s confused about her feelings for him – she wants him in her life, but probably not in a romantic way. As if to underline the point, an attendant begins to spray cleaning fluid over the passenger side window of the car Tatsuru is sitting in, effectively painting him out of the picture.
Shin, on the other hand, is very clear about his sexuality but less so about the idea of selling it for money. Uncomfortable with the atmosphere at the club, Shin has decided he only wants to do it with people he likes, as impractical as that may turn out to be. What Shin wants is romance, but that’s exactly what Tatsuru is currently unable to acknowledge. When taken to task by one of Shin’s female friends, Tatsuru offers a series of justifications about different kinds of love but remains rational and closed down. At the moment it appears something may happen between the pair, it’s Shin who ultimately can’t follow through. Whether due to “chickening out” as his friend accuses, a lack of belief in his object of affection, or simple vulnerability, Shin is not quite ready to acknowledge his true feelings either.
Both boys have also become estranged from their families and particularly with their fathers. Tatsuru’s father leaves gruff answerphone messages and then when he finally gets through, suggests that his son is a drain on his resources that he could well do without. Having left Tatsuru’s mother for another woman, dad is now cash strapped – so much so that his new partner has had to have an abortion because of all the loans he’s taken out for Tatsuru’s fees. The final parting blow is to say that (contrary to the suggestion of a complete divorce between father and son) Tatsuru is now the sole heir of the Shinomori name which is yet another burden for guy who may be gay and therefore may not necessarily be looking to pass that name on. Shin’s father had something of an apoplexy when he found out his son was gay and threatened to have him sent away to the self defence force for some “toughening” up, going so far to trample all over Shin’s dreams of becoming a fashion designer and leading him to leave home at such a young age.
Hashiguchi’s first feature is his most melancholy but also oddly innocent. A theme which recurs throughout his career – that love is sad and ultimately impossible, rears its head during the film’s final scene in which Hashiguchi himself plays a sinister customer. This uncomfortably long sequence which breaks with the formalist camera movements of the the earlier part in favour of destabilising, unbroken handheld, acts as the climax of the film as the pair are once again symmetrically opposed. Tatsuru likes things impersonal but this guy wants to talk, whereas Shin craves connection but finds the customer unpleasant in his wheedling, direct and almost forceful approach. “You wouldn’t know the pain of being unable to speak out about how you really feel”, says the customer, oblivious to the obvious subtext. This long, strange, and uncomfortable encounter does at least lead both boys into the centre ground, making each clearer both about themselves independently and about whatever it is that exists between them.
Contrary to the customer’s assertion about the impossibility of true connection, the film ends on a note of hope as the boys walk home together with a little more lightness in their steps. When Shin enquires how much Tatsuru was paid for something that he previously disapproved of but seems to have got over now, he tells him he’s underselling himself and ought to value himself more. Tatsuru says he’ll bear that in mind – that has, after all, been the problem all along. In one sense, the “fever” has broken – a weight has been lifted, leaving both boys freer to go about their lives with more clarity and less angst. Perhaps it isn’t all so sad and impossible after all.
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love the ending scene ♥️
9.5/10
Taiwan bl always serve 💙
10 /10 from me
-info from site - blwatcher.com
-Konno
Konno is what some people might describe as an "easy mark". As a lonely gay man without friends or close family members, Konno is completely isolated in his life. He spends each day with a mundane routine. Besides work, his most exciting activities include reading, taking care of his plants, and walking around in his tight underwear.
Konno's solitude is not by choice. He previously had a relationship, but his boyfriend transitioned to a woman and their romance failed to sustain. Since then, Konno couldn't meet anyone new, especially not in a dead-end warehouse job, made worse by his bashful personality. Without any ambition to seek social connections, Konno seems resigned to a life of solitude. Or at least that was until Hiasa entered his life.
Hiasa is what some people might describe as a "user". A manipulative man driven by self-interest, he preys on the weak and the vulnerable, hoping to take advantage of them. When they no longer have any use, Hiasa would cut them out of his life. Konno's loneliness, desperation, and naivete make him the perfect target for Hiasa. Thus began an unhealthy relationship between the movie's two main characters.
-Hiasa and konno' s friendship
Hiasa started hanging out around Konno, probably because nobody else was around his age in the warehouse. Due to his lack of options, Konno became his buddy as a last resort. However, Hiasa didn't value this friendship, as demonstrated when he quit work without even informing him. Hiasa only used Konno to feel less lonely in a tedious job, not because he cared about making friends.
Later, Hiasa moved on to a bigger and better job, leaving Konno in the dust. If Hiasa was in any other line of work, the two might have never reacquainted again. However, his new insurance career means that he needs lots of connections. As Hiasa goes through his old contacts list, he must have identified Konno as an easy target. Hiasa could make a profit off his sad and lonely acquaintance.
However, Hiasa wasn't aggressive and didn't approach him with the insurance package right away. He took the time to befriend Konno again, hardly bringing up the insurance sales. Konno was so grateful to have a friend again that he didn't even question why Hiasa left him in the first place. They restored their friendship as normal, until Hiasa deemed their bond is strong enough and it was the right time to strike.
-Grooming konno
The turning point in the story is when Hiasa asks Konno to purchase an insurance package from him. Up until that point, Konno gave him the benefit of the doubt, believing they formed a trustworthy friendship. However, he couldn't shake off the suspicion that Hiasa was taking advantage of him, mainly to get a new customer.
When Hiasa made that allegory about ~grooming~ a fire, it made Konno realize that's how his so-called friend perceived him. In the same way that he'd build up a flame, Hiasa has slowly nurtured his friendship with Konno until it was time to profit off him. Once Konno saw the parallels between the fire and himself, he recognized Hiasa's self-serving mentality. He got angry, refusing to engage in this friendship anymore. After a frosty exchange, Hiasa warns Konno about not knowing the real him that lay beneath the shadows.
This tense conversation was the last time Konno and Hiasa interacted. Months pass by and Konno returns to his lonely life of solitude again. After learning of Hiasa's disappearance, Konno becomes curious about his ex-friend. He goes on a deep investigation, trying to learn more about this mysterious man's life. He wants to clarify whether their friendship had been genuine or not.
-Konno and his ex
Konno and hiasa's relationship is strictly platonic, even though Konno spends most of the movie pining after his friend in a one-sided unreciprocated crush.
However, there is an interesting moment between Konno and his ex, a trans woman who recently transitioned. A lot about their past relationship is left unspoken, only implied through wistful glances and meaningful silences between them. Was Konno still hung up on his ex? How long were they dating? Is she the reason why Konno lacks the drive to meet people and find a new relationship?
I have many questions about the ex character, who only appeared in a short part of the movie, yet she offered so much insight into Konno's past. You can come to your own conclusion about the history they shared and why their romance came to an end. The final hug between them is poignant, one that is full of feeling and melancholy.
Although Konno and his ex maintained an amicable relationship after their breakup, they aren't close enough to open up to each other. During their scenes together, you can feel some apprehension and distance between them.
Notice how Konno hasn't brought up any mentions of Hiasa to his ex. From that reference point, we can surmise Konno didn't trust her enough to confide in his deepest secrets with his ex. Ironically, the two characters met because they wanted to catch up. However, the ex didn't actually find out what had been happening with Konno's life.
I can understand why Konno wouldn't want to bring up Hiasa to his ex, out of awkwardness and embarrassment. However, she was one of the few people in his life who seemed to genuinely care about him. It's a shame they didn't have a closer relationship. Konno really needed a loyal friend during this period of heartbreak and confusion.
- kunno 's letter
In the scenes leading up to the ending, Konno visited Hiasa's brother and father. Both confirm that Hiasa has a long history of sketchy behaviour. Their testimonies validated Konno's worst fears that his friend was simply a con artist. Still, he dug deeper into Hiasa's life, hoping to find any contrary sign that indicated otherwise. Konno wanted so badly to believe there was light beneath the shadow, a genuine side to Hiasa that only he saw during their time together.
The most condemning evidence came when Konno reviewed the insurance package that he purchased. Without informing him, Hiasa upgraded Konno's insurance to include wedding services. Hiasa knew his friend was gay, single, and would never get married. Yet, he still signed up for the wedding package to extract extra money from Konno.
Finally, Konno breaks down in hysterical tears. All this time, he has refused to accept that Hiasa wasn't authentic with his friendship. He still clung to a false belief, even after talking with Hiasa's family. Reviewing the insurance package was the last straw that made him lose any remaining hope. Faced with undeniable proof, Konno accepts that Hiasa was never his friend and only used him for selfish gain. What laid beneath the shadow was only more darkness, revealing their friendship was a fraud.
-Ending explained
Years later, Konno is seemingly happier with a new relationship. In the final scene, Konno goes fishing by the lake with his boyfriend. Suddenly, he sees Hiasa staring back at him on the other side. A distracted Konno looks away for a second, and the image of Hiasa is gone again. As Konno spends the rest of the afternoon fishing, he continues to glance at that exact location, deep in pensive thought.
Obviously, that's not the real Hiasa, who disappeared and died during the earthquake years ago. However, the fact that Konno sees an illusion of him is troubling. It's a bittersweet ending that indicates Konno might still have lingering thoughts about Hiasa, even after all this time.
Although his new relationship seems idyllic, Konno hasn't fully moved on from Hiasa yet. No matter how much time has passed, he can't find closure to this chapter of his life. Hiasa haunts him to this day, appearing in his thoughts without notice, like a shadow that can never go away.
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.. Can anybody tell me that how much duration does this movie had ?
And it will release for int fans in october's last or first week of november with english subtitles ?