Guilty of Romance

Synopsis

Guilty of Romance (恋の罪) is a 2011 Japanese drama film directed by Sion Sono. The movie follows the story of a married woman who decides to explore her own desire and freedom by diving into the seductive world of red-light district. As she delves deeper, she unravels the dark and twisted secrets of passion, lust, and betrayal. Miki Mizuno delivers a captivating performance as the protagonist, portraying a complex character torn between societal expectations and her innermost desires. The film explores themes of love, obsession, and the consequences of indulging in forbidden pleasures, ultimately leading to a shocking and unexpected climax.

Cast

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  Miki Mizuno

  Kazuko Yoshida

• Makoto Togashi

  Mitsuko Ozawa

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  Megumi Kagurazaka

  Izumi Kikuchi

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  Satoshi Nikaido

  Masao Yoshida

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  Kazuya Kojima

  Shoji

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  Kanji Tsuda

  Yukio Kikuchi

Reviews

Guilty of Romance, directed by Sion Sono, has received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its bold and provocative storytelling, others found it to be overly graphic and disturbing. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 67%, with the consensus being that the movie is a visually striking exploration of taboo themes. IMDb rated it 6.8/10, applauding the performances and cinematography. Metacritic scored it 56/100, citing the film's passionate portrayal of a woman's journey into darkness. Variety praised the film as 'visually arresting' and 'unsettling', while The Hollywood Reporter called it 'a raw and disturbing exploration of eroticism'. Overall, Guilty of Romance has garnered attention for its unflinching look at the complexities of human desire.