Red Room (film)

Red Room is a 2023 Japanese exploitation thriller film directed by Yūichi Fukuda, known primarily for his comedy work. While marketed as a horror film, it leans heavily into the exploitation genre, featuring graphic violence, sexual assault, and themes of revenge.

The film centers on a young woman named Mami (played by Mana Sakura) who is kidnapped and forced into participating in a "Red Room," a dark web livestream where wealthy viewers pay to witness and direct acts of torture and sexual violence performed on the captive women. The narrative follows Mami's struggle for survival and her subsequent plot to exact revenge on those responsible for her suffering.

Red Room has generated significant controversy due to its graphic content and perceived exploitation of violence against women. Critics have been divided, with some praising the film's unflinching portrayal of online depravity and Mana Sakura's performance, while others have condemned its excessive violence and exploitative nature. The film explores themes of online voyeurism, the dark side of technology, and the dehumanization of individuals within digital spaces. It is not considered part of any established horror franchise, and is a standalone film.