The Pornographers

In Shohei Imamura's groundbreaking 1966 film "The Pornographers," we are introduced to Subu, a man who creates adult films for a living, seeing it as a means of providing for his landlady Haru and her family. The unconventional relationship between Haru and Subu becomes even more complex when Haru's husband is believed to have been reincarnated as a carp and disapproves of their union.Imamura masterfully intertwines humor with taboo subject matter, exploring the unique dynamics at play within Haru's family, which includes her Oedipal son and her daughter. He fearlessly delves into themes such as voyeurism and incest, pushing boundaries that were considered unimaginable in his time. This brave approach has not only garnered controversy but also secured "The Pornographers" a place as an iconic film ahead of its time.