Masamitsu’s love is controlling and abusive, leading to a hallucinatory and bleak conclusion. Why Is It Famous?
Have you seen Midori? What are your thoughts on the use of grotesque imagery in animation? Let’s discuss in the comments. midori: shoujo tsubaki
The film is based on the 1984 ero guro (erotic grotesque) manga by Suehiro Maruo, which itself drew inspiration from traditional Japanese kamishibai (paper drama) storytelling. Masamitsu’s love is controlling and abusive, leading to
Midori finds her mother's body being eaten by rats. Masamitsu’s love is controlling and abusive
But beyond its reputation as a "shock" film, lies a tragic, haunting piece of art.
The production of the anime is legendary for its difficulty: