This contemporary adaptation of Manji, the literary masterpiece by Jun'ichirō Tanizaki, reinterprets the novel with a gender-swapped twist, set in the modern era. A gripping story of passion, betrayal, and the complexities of love, it delves into themes of homosexuality, adultery, and emotional turmoil.
The narrative follows Kōtarō Sonoda, a man who leaves his corporate job to pursue his dream of becoming a painter. While attending art school, he meets the enigmatic and captivating Mitsuru Usami, leading to an intense relationship that strains his marriage with his wife, Yayoi. However, as their affair unfolds, a shocking revelation emerges—Usami is already engaged.
This thought-provoking adaptation redefines Tanizaki’s vision, offering a fresh perspective on desire and the destructive power of love in contemporary society.
Aliases
- Manji Reverse
- 卍 リバース
- Quicksand -reverse
画家になる夢を諦めきれず、サラリーマンを辞めて美術学校に通う園田。家庭では弁護士の妻・弥生が生計を支えていた。そんな中、園田は学校で見かけた美しい青年・光を目で追うようになり、デッサンのモデルとして自宅に招く。園田と光は自然に体を重ね、その後も逢瀬を繰り返していく。弥生からの誘いを断って光との情事に溺れる園田だったが、光には香織という婚約者がいることが発覚し……。
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