A journalist interviews a convicted serial killer, exploring misogyny, obsession, and the seductive power of food in Japan.
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A journalist interviews a convicted serial killer, exploring misogyny, obsession, and the seductive power of food in Japan.
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There are two things that I can simply not tolerate: feminists and margarine.Gourmet cook Manako Kajii sits in Tokyo Detention Centre convicted of the serial murders of lonely businessmen, who she is said to have seduced with her delicious home cooking. The case has captured the nation’s imagination but Kajii refuses to speak with the press. That is, until journalist Rika Machida writes a letter asking for her recipe for beef stew and Kajii can’t resist writing back.Rika, the only woman ...
What's Inside
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Romance & sex
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Moderate sexual themes with implied seduction; some explicit references. Sexual coercion and assault; recurring theme.
Violence & gore
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Moderate violence with references to murder; not graphically depicted.
Profanity
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Substance use
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LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No evidence found in available sources.
Religious content
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Magic & witchcraft
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Occult / demonology
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Political content
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Major focus on misogyny, gender roles, and societal beauty standards in Japan.
Self-harm / suicide
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Moderate references to suicide as a theme; not graphically detailed.
Abuse & suffering
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Major themes of emotional abuse, gender discrimination, and societal suffering. Sexual coercion and assault; recurring theme.
Other
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