Thermae Romae

Thermae Romae

2012 · 108 min · JA · PG-13 · 6.3 (97 votes)
Dir. Hideki Takeuchi · Starring Hiroshi Abe, Aya Ueto, Masachika Ichimura, Kazuki Kitamura, Kai Shishido, Satoru Matsuo · Music Norihito Sumitomo · Thermae Romae Collection
DramaComedyScience Fiction

The story follows a Roman architect named Lucius, who is having trouble coming up with ideas. One day, he discovers a hidden tunnel underneath a spa that leads him to a modern Japanese bath house. Inspired by the innovations found there, he creates his own spa, Roma Thermae, bringing in the modern ideas to his time.

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A charmingly bizarre journey through time and bathing culture. It's a quirky, lighthearted romp that finds humor in unexpected cultural clashes and the universal love for a good soak. Perfect for a relaxed, amusing watch.

quirkyfish-out-of-waterlightheartedabsurdiststeadyperiod piececomedy of errorsmanga adaptationlight sci-ficultural exchangeinnovationhistoryhumor
based on manga