Tubaki SannomiyaI thought money was everything. I thought it would be okay if I just had money, even without love. But it was empty. What is it that I really want right now? Even if I thought about it, there was no answer, and the more I thought about it, the less I knew. Then, I met a male student who seemed to have no money at all. I felt like he had the answer I needed, so I spoke to him without thinking. That was how it all began.
The Minato-ku woman Tsubaki plays isn't your typical one. She's a woman forced into entertaining wealthy men at the behest of a truly awful boyfriend. She's constantly hit on and asked out by older guys who treat her like a tool, not a person. Her boyfriend doesn't protect her, he *uses* her. She's getting tired of this life. One evening, on her way home, she spots a completely ordinary young man taking photos in a nearby park. Intrigued, she strikes up a conversation. This simple, uneventful exchange is a welcome change from her harsh reality, and she invites him for drinks. They end up back at his place, and she falls asleep on his bed. The inexperienced young man, unsure what to do, ends up sleeping on the floor. Tsubaki wakes up and smiles at him. And *that's* when things get interesting. She absolutely toys with his innocence. Of course, it's Miyamura Tsubaki, so she's incredibly seductive. What happens next is for you to discover, but visually, this is a Tsubaki showcase. The close-ups of her face, her ass, the way her body is framed โ it's all beautifully shot. Tsubaki fans *need* to buy this. She's an amazing actress, seriously. And personally, I love that despite her perfect figure and stunning face, her fingers are a little chubby and cute โ it's a major selling point for me.
The contrast is brilliantly done โ that's where this piece really shines. The way the director plays with perspective is particularly impressive. It's reminiscent of her earlier work, but here it adds a real depth to the scenes. You get to appreciate her figure from every angle, but also experience a voyeuristic thrill, as if you're seeing her through the eyes of the captivated male lead. And her expressions! Absolutely adorable. But the real genius lies in how the story shifts. The first half feels lost and aimless, while the second half is about finding the courage to start over. The color grading really emphasizes this change. And of course, Miyama Tsubaki's performance is phenomenal. She perfectly captures the emotional journey. It's the kind of work that draws you in and makes you root for the character. Even the sex scenes feel different โ the initial encounter is just a desperate attempt at healing, while the later scenes are filled with genuine affection. This isn't your typical AV; it's on another level. Highly recommend checking it out. I wonder what the heroine was trying to leave behind in that final shotโฆ
The handjob is particularly intense โ seriously, just watching it is enough to get you going! If you want to see Tsubaki's handjob skills, this is the one. The sound design is also amazing, almost like a VR experience. The close-up of her during fellatio, looking up at the camera, is a must-see. Though, there's something a little retro about the whole thing, like it's stuck in the Showa era. My only complaint is that during the tongue-tied kissing scene around 17:55, there's a green light from the camera reflecting on their faces. It happens in a few other scenes too. I've watched it 4-5 times, and the green light is all over the place โ they really need to fix that. I'm hoping the next one has more scenes with them passionately kissing and their tongues intertwined.
Miyamura Tsubaki as the older woman is captivating โ she's sophisticated, glamorous, and her figure is incredible. Her independent actions feel so real, and you can really feel her emotional shifts. The story is lighthearted, but it touches on something deeper, making it consistently engaging.
This is a really interesting piece. I usually struggle to focus on even an hour-long Netflix drama, but I was completely engrossed for two hours straight with this one. It was my first time seeing work from this director, so I looked them up on Twitter. Their tweet โ "I continue to carefully create works centered around drama" โ perfectly captures the essence of this film. The work is divided into three main scenes. The first scene is particularly captivating, giving you the feeling of watching a VR experience. To intentionally achieve this effect, the camera footage is cropped to the size of a smartphone screen. This direction creates an immersive experience unlike any other, and I highly recommend checking it out. The second and third scenes, honestly, wouldn't have been nearly as impactful without the beauty of Miyazono Tsubaki's face and porcelain-like skin. It creates a realistic yet beautiful atmosphere, and the story is satisfying enough. It's definitely not a happy ending, though. It doesn't feature the extreme perversion or violence you see in other works, or a variety of positions, but if you're a fan of hers, this is a must-have.
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