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#429 - The Undiscovered Depths of V-Cinema

The Important Cinema Club

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Exploring the Niche of V-Cinema

This chapter delves into the world of V-Cinema, focusing on the direct-to-video film market, its appeal to male audiences, and its connection to broader genre filmmaking. It discusses the challenges faced by English-speaking viewers, key films that enhanced the genre's visibility, and the unique business models employed by Japanese studios like Toei during the 90s.

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