The ever-lively and upbeat Natsuko tries to mend a broken heart by carrying on with a string of short-lived affairs after her break-up with Tomomi. But when Tomomi announces her plans to marry - a man - Natsuko becomes inconsolable.
Acting
Shimizu's manic joy masking devastation is devastatingly real
Direction
Uchida captures Tokyo nightlife as beautiful purgatory
Director
Eiji Uchida
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Released during Japan's quiet queer cinema wave, predating mainstream BL/yuri explosion by years. The title references both literal toplessness and emotional exposure in a society demanding conformity.
Director Uchida later revealed the wedding announcement scene was improvised after Shimizu genuinely broke down, explaining its raw unpredictability.
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