Soft Skin

Minako, a Tokyo housewife, feels trapped in her unfulfilling life as she watches everyone around her engage in vibrant activities. Inspired by sensational news reports, she concocts a plan to escape her daily routine by finding a young lover and staging her own kidnapping. As she embarks on this thrilling adventure, Minako experiences a brief taste of freedom and excitement, but her plan spirals out of control when her lover refuses to let their escapade end.

With a runtime of 87 minutes, Soft Skin presents a unique blend of domestic drama and psychological thriller elements. The film's narrative delves into the complexities of family life and the lengths one might go to in search of personal fulfillment. Featuring a cast that includes Moeko Ezawa and Kenji Mizuhashi, this film is notable for its exploration of the darker sides of desire and freedom in a contemporary Japanese setting.