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8...breathtaking moviemaking. Against all odds, it works, magically, transcendentally, perfectly. It's the shock of the new, once more, with feeling.
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What is The Pillow Book about? 
The Pillow Book is a 1995 film that tells the story of Nagiko, a Japanese model living in Hong Kong who is obsessed with finding a lover who can match her desire for carnal pleasure with her admiration for poetry and calligraphy. The film explores themes of cultural identity, sexuality, and obsession through Nagiko's bi-cultural heritage and her experiences with various lovers. The title of the film refers to an ancient Japanese diary written by Sei Shōnagon, whose actual name is believed to have been Kiyohara Nagiko, from whence the protagonist's name in the film. The film features a unique blend of drama, romance, Tropical space, and idealized Chinese and Japanese cultural themes and settings, making it a visually striking and thought-provoking work.
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What movies are similar to The Pillow Book?
Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The Pillow Book include Meet Joe Black, The Virgin Suicides, Titanic, 10 Things I Hate About You, As Good as It Gets, Forrest Gump.
When was The Pillow Book released in theaters?
The Pillow Book was released in theaters on June 6, 1997.
