Guinea Pig: Mermaid in the Manhole
ザ・ギニーピッグ マンホールの中の人魚Rating: 5.2 |
Year:1988 |
Country:JP |
Budget:
5 500 $ |
Runtime:
1h 3min |
Description:
In this captivating film, an artist struggling to cope with his wife's departure finds solace in painting the grim realities of the sewer system beneath their city. As he delves deeper into the murky depths, he encounters a mermaid trapped within the labyrinthine tunnels. Compelled by both curiosity and compassion, the artist brings her to his home with the intention of nursing her back to health. However, as days pass, it becomes apparent that her condition is deteriorating instead of improving. Faced with the prospect of losing this intriguing creature, she requests one final favor from the artist: to immortalize her image through his art before she succumbs to her fate. This heart-wrenching tale explores themes of loss, redemption, and the power of human connection amidst adversity.
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