a strange, fascinating and ultimately tragic look at various levels of the japanese sex industry. it's not pornographic but it is disturbing. and very well done. highly recommended for anyone interested in japanese culture...or odd documentaries
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July 29, 2008
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January 12, 2008
Disturbing look at the Japanese host clubs and the messed up hosts and clients. Horrifying look at peoples search for happiness.
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August 9, 2009
A very interesting view on Japanese hosts. I had been aware of female hostesses, but the rarer one is the male host- it would be wrong to entirely categorize them as prostitutes, as for the most part they are hired to be companions- entertain the paying guest and encourage them t...( read more)
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February 14, 2009
A sad and ultimately depressing look at Japanese host clubs and the extent to which some people will go to in order to feel loved. Also an interesting example of how disconnected Japanese people have become from one another. Anyone who has an interest in Japanese culture/society ...( read more)
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December 8, 2008
fascinating. i never knew this facet of the sex industry existed. this well done documentary sheds light on Host Clubs and how everyone, Hosts and clientele, is damaged in the process.
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March 27, 2008
interesting perspective on a male host. Kind of like Geishas except that they are male.
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