HMN-196 - My Best Friend with Benefits: Fucking Her Until She Belongs to Someone Else

*I bought this work because I love the actress. She is an indescribably wonderful woman.

This isn't an AV. The story is as well-crafted as a movie. Because of that, the sex scenes actually felt a bit out of place. Regardless, Akari Mitani's acting is superb. The cinematography is also beautiful, which adds value to the work. The staff's skill is impressive. On the flip side, for an AV, there wasn't much foreplay, and the sex in the first room versus Akari's room didn't feel much different other than the condom usage. I wish they had put a bit more effort into the sex scenes.

Mitani Akane, who changed her name from Mitani Akari last winter. With her almond-shaped eyes, refined looks, and supple, well-proportioned body, her white thighs and beautiful nipples are truly captivating. True to her nickname as a 'riding monster,' she often stars in hardcore, lewd works that utilize her dance background for acrobatic positions. She does a lot of NTR or cosplay themes, so it's rare to find a 'normal' production with her. Since she's also a good actress, many of her works lean into the 'AV is fantasy' vibe. However, because her natural charm and character are so appealing, I personally want to see more grounded stories—the kind that could actually happen in real life. This work perfectly matched those personal needs. Being an Asagiri-directed film, it's not a happy ending; it leaves a bit of bittersweet longing. There are three scenes in total, and while there's nothing flashy, they are filled with genuine emotion. Mitani's acting is a highlight, and her gaze and expressions during the scenes are incredibly seductive. Personally, I find this much more erotic than her hardcore lewd roles. I'd love to see more of these dramatic, realistic portrayals from her. Hopefully, with a happy ending next time.

I was looking forward to this because my favorite director, Jo Asagiri, cast Juri-chan, and it really felt like a full-blown drama. The tears Juri-chan shed leading up to the final scene... I ended up tearing up too. It was a drama that transcended AV; absolutely wonderful!!

Shuri and Hajime Horiuchi are childhood friends. Shuri never realized that Hajime had feelings for her. Then, Shuri meets someone at work. When she tells Hajime about her date plans with him, Hajime finally confesses, 'I've always loved you,' and they sleep together. However, even during sex, Hajime fails to say what really matters. Shuri told Hajime about the new guy because she wanted him to commit to a future beyond just saying he liked her, but Hajime kept holding back. Eventually, Shuri ends up sleeping with the man she started dating. Then, Shuri has one last session with Hajime. Even then, Hajime only says 'I love you.' Shuri says 'I'm sorry' while opening her legs and telling him to 'do whatever you want,' but there are tears in her eyes. Relationships between men and women are delicate; even if you're intimate, you can't truly understand each other without expressing your feelings. Hajime couldn't even express half of what he felt until the very end. It's a poignant youth drama directed by Jo Asagiri. If you watch it while trying to grasp Shuri's emotional journey, it's a masterpiece that will stir your heart. An absolute must-watch, highly recommended drama.