Is Deep Red - Luscious Temptation Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2018)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Deep Red - Luscious Temptation (2018), audiences are invited back into the world of Drama, Horror. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Kouki Nishina, a salaryman who is suffering from mental instability, gets into an argument with his girlfriend, Sawa Kimishima, who end up killing. Kouki had lost his memory of killing her. In the meantime, Yuu Ushizawa, a temporary employee of the same company, is playing with such a quiet Kouki as a sexual toy, since she was sexually aroused while watching men suffering. For some reason, Kouki loses consciousness again and kills Yuu. A few days later, a new temporary worker, Saki Kobayakawa, arrives. She was also a woman who felt sexual excitement when she saw a man in pain. However, the love affair with Kobayakawa is also fun for Kouki, and he gradually becomes absorbed in Saki, but soon her actions start to escalate."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Nozomi Hazuki attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Drama. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Deep Red - Luscious Temptation worth your time? If you appreciate Drama, Horror films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Deep Red - Luscious Temptation misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 78 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.