Based on a true story set in pre-war Japan, a man and one of his servants begin a torrid affair. Their desire becomes a sexual obsession so strong that to intensify their ardor...
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Based on a true story set in pre-war Japan, a man and one of his servants begin a torrid affair. Their desire becomes a sexual obsession so strong that to intensify their ardor, they forsake all, even life itself.
Written by Allen Brown <browna@ohsu.edu>
After the German premiere at the "Berlinale" the movie was confiscated as suspected pornography. However, 18 months later a German federal court permitted release in cinemas without any cuts.
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Quotes
Sada Abe:
Now what am I supposed to do? Kichizo:
You mustn't ask me. Aren't you the bride? Sada Abe:
But how should I know? I've never been married before. See more »