The Pregnant Woman

A quiet, uneasy drama that lingers on loneliness and quiet obsession, with a softcore edge and a slow, melancholic pull.

Directed by

Shinichi Kawamura

Starring

Yuka Takemura, Takeshi Itō, Mako

Overview

Mami is about to give birth and is busy preparing for her baby. Her husband, Murakami, is an office worker, but suddenly stops coming home. Mami is left feeling anxious about her days. Kubo, who lives in the apartment next door, keeps a watchful eye on her. Kubo is a writer who lost his pregnant wife in a traffic accident, so he has an unusual interest in pregnant women and is strongly drawn to Mami. Her husband, Murakami, has abandoned his family and is running away with his lover. And so is something between Mami and Kubo...

How it feels

Melancholic, tense, dark and romantic. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Isolation, obsession, grief, betrayal

Content

Strong sexual content. Mild language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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