Gate of Flesh(1964)
Overview
In the shady black markets and bombed-out hovels of post–World War II Tokyo, a tough band of prostitutes eke out a dog-eat-dog existence, maintaining tenuous friendships and a semblance of order in a world of chaos. But when a renegade ex-soldier stumbles into their midst, lusts and loyalties clash, with tragic results. With Gate of Flesh, visionary director Seijun Suzuki delivers a whirlwind of social critique and pulp drama, shot through with brilliant colors and raw emotions.
Director
Seijun Suzuki
Studio
Nikkatsu Corporation
Cast
Joe Shishido
as Shintaro Ibuki
Kōji Wada
as Abe
Yumiko Nogawa
as Maya
Tomiko Ishii
as Oroku
Kayo Matsuo
as Omino
Satoko Kasai
as Sen
Misako Tominaga
as Machiko
Isao Tamagawa
as Horidome
Chico Lourant
as Black Pastor
Eimei Esumi
as Ogasawara
Hiroshi Chō
as Potato Seller
Keisuke Noro
as Ishii
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1964
Runtime
1h 30m
Language
English
Rating
6.6 / 10
Production Companies
Nikkatsu Corporation
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What is Gate of Flesh about?▼
In the shady black markets and bombed-out hovels of post–World War II Tokyo, a tough band of prostitutes eke out a dog-eat-dog existence, maintaining tenuous friendships and a semblance of order in a world of chaos. But when a renegade ex-soldier stumbles into their midst, lusts and loyalties clash, with tragic results. With Gate of Flesh, visionary director Seijun Suzuki delivers a whirlwind of social critique and pulp drama, shot through with brilliant colors and raw emotions.
Who directed Gate of Flesh?▼
Gate of Flesh was directed by Seijun Suzuki and released in 1964. It is a drama, crime film.
How long is Gate of Flesh?▼
Gate of Flesh has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
Who stars in Gate of Flesh?▼
The cast of Gate of Flesh includes Joe Shishido as Shintaro Ibuki, Kōji Wada as Abe, Yumiko Nogawa as Maya, Tomiko Ishii as Oroku, Kayo Matsuo as Omino and more.
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