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The Great Happiness Space - Tale of an Osaka Love Thief (3/29 at 8:45pm)

Anthology Film Archives
New York, NY

An exploration of the hidden world of Japanese nightlife in Osaka's Cafe Rakkyo, an around-the-clock-party presided over by the captivating "number-one" host, Issei. In this world, traditional roles are reversed as male hosts flatter their young patrons with attention and compliments, while the women pay for everything, often laying down thousands of dollars a night just to spend time with these "enchanters." Issei's mystique is what separates him from the other hosts. His life outside the world of Cafe Rakkyo is unclear, and any relationships beyond the ones he forges for up to $50,000 a month are hard to imagine. That he is skilled at what he does is an understatement; his women admirers organize their lives around partying with him, and will do whatever it takes to pay for their lifestyle.

Kid Friendly: No

Dog Friendly: No

Non-Smoking: No

Wheelchair Accessible: No

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