Lustful Shogun and His 21 Mistresses Review

MovieWise Analysis

The Story: Lustful Shogun and His 21 Mistresses (1972) offers a fresh dive into the Comedy genre. The plot follows a sequence where The Tokugawa new Shogun is not interested in women. A nobleman with the help of a lady thief replaces the Shogun with a double, while he learns about love. But the double finds pleasure not only in women, but in his new status.

Cinematic Style: Technically, the project takes a bold approach. Rather than relying on clichés, it uses its identity as a compelling cinematic journey to craft a world that feels both expansive and Logic-driven.

The Experience: The thematic depth here is surprising for a Comedy title. It explores the human condition through a lens that feels grounded despite the cinematic scale of the production.

The Verdict: While many films in the Comedy space rely on formula, this project takes risks with its storytelling. For fans of the cast, it provides plenty of depth to chew on long after the credits roll.