Most reviews for the 2010 film , directed by Aparna Sen , describe it as a beautiful, poetic "haiku" on celluloid that explores a 17-year platonic marriage between a Bengali teacher and his Japanese pen pal. Critical & Audience Reception
: A few critics found the premise "insipid" or "implausible," with Hindustan Times labeling it an "affected bore". Key Themes japanese wife
Review: The Japanese Wife is beautiful but bland - Rediff.com Most reviews for the 2010 film , directed
The film generally received positive reviews, though critics noted its slow, deliberate pacing: Most reviews for the 2010 film