: Members of the world-renowned Libera choir appear as angels who comfort Venus during her trials. Their ethereal tracks, including "Ave Virgo" and "Touch the Sky," serve as a spiritual backbone to the plot.
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 Venus in Eros
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 : Members of the world-renowned Libera choir appear
The film had a prestigious start, premiering at the in 2011 as part of the Short Film Category before its wider release. It remains a cult favorite for fans of the Libera choir and those who appreciate the intersection of Classical mythology and avant-garde fantasy. Using his divine influence to manipulate the mind
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
The Ethereal Tragedy of Venus in Eros : A Cinematic Journey into Love and Jealousy