In the Realm of the Senses

Poster

‘’’In the Realm of the Senses’’’ (1976) is a controversial film depicting the life and events leading up to Sada Abe's erotic murder of her lover Kichizo Ishida.

Alternate Name(s)

愛のコリーダ (Japanese)

Cast

Bondage scene

Director: Nagisa Oshima

Sada Abe: Eiko Matsuda

Kichizo: Tatsuya Fuji

Interesting point(s)

Oshima's approach to In the Realm of the Senses was influenced by American pornographic films.

Due to censorship issues in Japan, Oshima had to team up with a French company to produce the film.

External Links

• Criterion Collection