Plot: Six years ago, Sanae stabbed her boyfriend. She claimed it was out of love, but people didn't believe her, and she was put in jail. When she finally gets out, her mother sets her up with a man and forces Sanae to marry him. There is a mix-up though and she ends up with a different guy, who isn't looking to get hitched either.
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September 07, 2024
Tough and impenetrable drama that has flashes of true beauty hidden inside. The characters are difficult to read and they're certainly not the most sympathetic, but that's the unique strength of films like After the Fever. It's not for everyone, but if you like Japanese dramas chances are you're equipped to deal with this.
Hashimoto may not have been the best option for the part, but she does her best. The cinematography is stylish, the plot and characters are challenging and the pacing is slow but deliberate. There are moments of sheer genius here, but not quite enough to make it a personal favorite. A top-notch drama though, I'm interested in watching Yamamoto's other films now.