The Make-up Room Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for The Make-up Room.
The Make-up Room Ending Explained: Morikawa draws from his experiences as a former adult-video director for this comedy set in the make-up room of a porn film shoot. Directed by Kei Morikawa, this 2015 comedy film stars Beni Itô (Masami), alongside Riri Kuribayashi as Masako, Nanami Kawakami as Matsuko, Aki Morita as Kyoko Tsuzuki. With a 6/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of The Make-up Room?
Morikawa draws from his experiences as a former adult-video director for this comedy set in the make-up room of a porn film shoot. The cast features Aki Morita (Sharing) and an ensemble of mostly Japanese porn stars including Beni Ito, Nanami Kawakami and Riri Kuribayashi.
Kei Morikawa's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Beni Itô (Masami)'s journey. The cast features Aki Morita (Sharing) and an ensemble of mostly Japanese porn stars including Beni Ito, Nanami Kawakami and Riri Kuribayashi.
How Does Beni Itô (Masami)'s Story End?
- Beni Itô: Beni Itô's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Riri Kuribayashi (Masako): Riri Kuribayashi's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Nanami Kawakami (Matsuko): Nanami Kawakami's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of The Make-up Room Mean?
The Make-up Room's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Beni Itô may feel rushed. Kei Morikawa's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.