...And Love

About This Movie

...And Love (2017) is this intriguing mix of drama and romance that really digs into the psyche of a gravure idol, Anri, played by Anri Sugihara. The film captures a certain melancholy, showing how fame can be a double-edged sword. There's this slow pacing that lets you really absorb Anri's internal struggle; it’s almost meditative at times. The cinematography has a dreamy quality, evoking that 'blue sea' aspiration she longs for. The performances are earnest, especially Sugihara’s, where you can feel her conflict between success and authenticity. It's not flashy, but there's a subtlety in how it unfolds, making it distinctive in exploring the costs of ambition and the search for one's true self.

Explores themes of identity and ambitionSubtle performances that convey deep emotionUnique cinematography with a dream-like quality