The Abalone Gals
Originally released in 1965. The Abalone Gals is a comedy film. directed by Yoichi Maeda. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Akiko Nakamura, Kyōko Ōgimachi, and Hoki Tokuda
Synopsis
South of Tokyo is a small island until quite recently relatively unchanged since feudal times. Now, however, it is being made into a tourist's playland and the girls, who had been abalone divers, now become geisha, and the old ways of the island are all topsy-turvy. One of the girls, more sensitive than the rest, sees that here, too, people are motivated only by greed and decides to leave and try to find a better life elsewhere.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Abalone Gals about?
South of Tokyo is a small island until quite recently relatively unchanged since feudal times. Now, however, it is being made into a tourist's playland and the girls, who had been abalone divers, n...
Who directed The Abalone Gals?
The Abalone Gals was directed by Yoichi Maeda.
How long is The Abalone Gals?
The Abalone Gals has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Abalone Gals released?
The Abalone Gals was released on June 26, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Abalone Gals?
The main cast of The Abalone Gals includes Akiko Nakamura, Kyōko Ōgimachi, Hoki Tokuda, Bokuzen Hidari, Masumi Harukawa.