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2025
Only on Mondays (1964)
Plot
Yuka, a lively woman from Yokohama, finds herself pressured by her father to seduce a foreign businessman to secure a crucial deal. Through Yuka, Nakahira crafts a keenly insightful depiction of a modern woman embracing her sexuality, challenging the norms of a transitioning yet patriarchal society. Her assertiveness and complexity create an intriguing tension, reflecting the struggles and aspirations of women in a rapidly changing world. The film deftly explores themes of power, agency, and societal expectations, making Yuka a memorable and provocative character in Japanese cinema.
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