Whether you are drawn to it by the haunting choral arrangements or the surreal imagery of living statues, Venus in Eros remains a poignant reminder that love, even for a goddess, is never without its shadows. May 2011 - The White Robes
Set against the backdrop of a deep, ancient forest, the narrative begins with a solitary statue of Venus. As winter thaws and spring arrives, two other sculptures—David and Eros—are installed beside her. In a magical twist, Venus gains a human mind and instantly falls in love with David. Venus in Eros
The film transitions from a serene visual poem into a tense love triangle when Eros becomes consumed by jealousy. Using his divine influence to manipulate the mind of the sculptor, Eros sets a tragic chain of events in motion aimed at destroying the budding romance. A Masterpiece of Music and Visuals Whether you are drawn to it by the
What sets Venus in Eros apart is its distinct reliance on music to drive the storytelling. The film features: In a magical twist, Venus gains a human
Before she rose to international fame in hits like Ex Machina and La La Land , Sonoya Mizuno made an early career appearance in this film as a forest guard. The lead role of Venus was played by Saori Hara, whose performance was reportedly so moved by the singing of the Libera boys that she cried during filming , forcing production to pause for costume and makeup repairs. Premiere and Legacy