Sunday, February 28, 2016

Not Showing: Make up Room

Well, I just finished watching this Eiga 2 hours ago. I can't believe I was laughing in this simple, low budget film about how a JAV film works. hahaha As a person who watched a lot before.. hehe Kinda curious, how they really do it. Even it's fictional, it's close to realism especially on how they talk and work out. Ah, for those who are expecting some actions, sorry... None here. Only some skins but very limited. Geez. hehe

There are some flaws of course but I can say it's more of the budget. First of all, yes, it all happens in one place. Yes, no other locations, only the rented make up room. It will bore to some of the viewers especially for those who are not into dialogue driven films. Another thing, ah yes... Not single actor is known at the film. No clue who are they, but only one non porn star which was the make up artist. It said that all the actors were from the industry itself. It's not a bad thing, but it's just for other viewers might not like it. However these flaws it's simply due to the fact of the film has really low budget.

A great thing about this film, the plot of the film. Very simple yet the resources of the film were used perfectly. It's about a day of shooting then all the important roles came together and all the funny scenes happen in a very short time. Let's say it was a perfect fit for the film, despite the low budget and unknown actors. Another great factor, the screenplay was great! I mean, especially when you watched JAV, now you will understand how it works. Great example, the guerilla style of making JAV. I mean they only rent the place and need to do it fast with minimal editing. How about, the make up artist who was not only fixing the actors faces but also can be like PA and even a counselor. Geez, she has a difficult job. hahaha I love the scene where the actress did not sleep before the shoot, she lay down the main actress and continue to do make up while she was sleeping. hahaha I love how the shooting was made such as the crying, the gossips and how actresses think of working in JAV. And yes, how men actors not given importance in their jobs. hehe It's like you were given a close look how they shoot and rigid they are.

Lastly, despite their unknown status in the film.. They acted great for the film. The natural acting and they've shown that they cannot only do JAV but also great acting. I know they only do that stuff, but in this film, you will see a different side of them. As a normal person and what brought them into this industry. Two actors stands out in the film, of course, the make up artist and the comebacking JAV actress. There were laugh scenes, one example was the actress accidentally eating here facial mask instead of her rice cake. How about the scene where the new actress shooting her initial interview.. That was so funny!! Ah another interesting role, was that annoying director but it was fine, I know had a little idea, how a JAV director works. Not in that really funny way but in an interesting way.
But all of them did a good job. So, there, I definitely say one of the good films last year. I was surprised, it's low budget but still delivered a great performance and like this film. I just hope some famous JAV stars did this one. =)

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