Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy

Film Movement | Release Date: October 15, 2021

7.8	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 24 Ratings

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AnanisaptaMar 5, 2022

A totally original set of three short stories about women in love... or not. If you like neat, logical endings, this is not your film. The protagonists are complex individuals whose feelings often baffle them as well as us. Nicely acted andA totally original set of three short stories about women in love... or not. If you like neat, logical endings, this is not your film. The protagonists are complex individuals whose feelings often baffle them as well as us. Nicely acted and gives glimpses of contemporary Japanese life for young adults.… Expand

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airdaypayJan 20, 2022

Aesthetically compelling and refreshing from start to finish, Hamaguchi is the real deal.

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piscApr 3, 2022

This film makes you realize how interesting human conversation can be.
There is little action or movement, and most of the time is spent on the conversations that take place on the spot.
There are some surprising twists and turns, which notThis film makes you realize how interesting human conversation can be.
There is little action or movement, and most of the time is spent on the conversations that take place on the spot.
There are some surprising twists and turns, which not only keep us interested but also keep us immersed.
Director Ryusuke Hamaguchi's aesthetic sense and ability to observe people are outstanding.… Expand

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IntakeCinemaJul 5, 2022

Three stories that are ultimately about various types of connection - romantic, sexual, and emotional. The first had some good moments and great dialogue, but I didn't really like the characters. The second was all great and I really didn'tThree stories that are ultimately about various types of connection - romantic, sexual, and emotional. The first had some good moments and great dialogue, but I didn't really like the characters. The second was all great and I really didn't expect the direction that was taken between the professor and the student. The third was also all great and probably the one that most resonated with me, there is a catharsis in being able to just say anything to a stranger knowing you will likely never meet again.… Expand

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bertobellamyAug 2, 2022

Ryusuke Hamaguchi sure knows how to film a conversation. I can't believe this man released two excellent movies in the same year. There's nothing like 'Drive my Car,' but 'Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy' is another fine example of how theRyusuke Hamaguchi sure knows how to film a conversation. I can't believe this man released two excellent movies in the same year. There's nothing like 'Drive my Car,' but 'Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy' is another fine example of how the Japanese director captures the rawest human emotions through very calm conversations.… Expand

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alanpotter17Dec 23, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Todas as três histórias são encantadoras e contém surpresas, prendendo o espectador pelos seus diálogos incríveis, sensíveis e com muita humanidade. O trabalho de Ryûsuke Hamaguchi é espantosamente regular, tanto este como Drive my car podem ser considerados gigantes.
Na primeira história, vamos a amizade transformar-se em um triângulo amoroso alucinante por conta da menina que já fora ex do cara, ela realmente brilha no papel, tem múltiplas camadas (vai da amiga sonsa a uma ex infernal em segundos). Na segunda história, já começa com um casal de uma boa diferença de idade, e ele a obriga chantagear um renomado professor, contem um apelo sexual porém o diretor e o roteirista são tão bons que ficou tudo delicioso de assistir e no tom certo, tem até mesmo avanços no tempo remetendo a mais surpresas quando o casal se reencontra. Já na terceira história, só pensava no seguinte: se os próprios japoneses se confundem entre si, quem sou eu né?
Tudo é muito lírico e singelo, me lembrou "relatos selvagens" mas com uma pegada em tom de crônica.… Expand

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