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In the Realm of the Senses (1976)

“Never before had a man and a woman loved each other so intensely.”

6.6/10 · 761 votes 1h 42m nr RomanceDrama

#20 of 23 films from 1976 #852 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Nagisa Ōshima · Written by Nagisa Ōshima

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Overview

A passionate telling of the story of Sada Abe, a woman whose affair with her master led to an obsessive and ultimately destructive sexual relationship.

Cast

Tatsuya Fujias Kichizo Ishida
Eiko Matsudaas Sada Abe
Aoi Nakajimaas Toku
Meika Serias Matsuko (Yoshidaya Maid)
Kanae Kobayashias Old Geisha Kikuryû
Taiji Tonoyamaas Old Beggar
Kyōji Kokonoeas Teacher Ômiya
Naomi Shiraishias Geisha Yaeji
Shinkichi Nodaas Street Restaurant Owner
Komikichi Horias Mitsuwa Geisha
Kikuhei Matsunoyaas Hôkan Jester
Akiko Koyamaas Mansaki Geisha
Yuriko Azumaas Mitsuwa Geisha
Rei Minamias Mitsuwa Geisha

Facts

Release dateSeptember 15, 1976
Runtime102 min (1h 42m) — shorter as the 1976 average of 122 min
GenresRomance, Drama
Original title愛のコリーダ
LanguageJA
Box office$7,650,000
IMDbtt0074102

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Questions

How long is In the Realm of the Senses?
In the Realm of the Senses runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is In the Realm of the Senses worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 761 votes, which places it #20 of 23 films released in 1976 in this index (top 17%) and #852 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed In the Realm of the Senses?
In the Realm of the Senses was directed by Nagisa Ōshima. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence (1983).
Who stars in In the Realm of the Senses?
Tatsuya Fuji as Kichizo Ishida; Eiko Matsuda as Sada Abe; Aoi Nakajima as Toku; Meika Seri as Matsuko (Yoshidaya Maid); Kanae Kobayashi as Old Geisha Kikuryû; Taiji Tonoyama as Old Beggar.
What is In the Realm of the Senses rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for In the Realm of the Senses?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/123991.

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