Thirsty for Love
Originally released in 1971. Thirsty for Love is a drama film. directed by Akira Kato. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kazuko Shirakawa, Ryûji Ôizumi, and Mitsuko Aoi
Synopsis
Kazuko Shirakawa plays a girl who left home to satisfy her inner lust. Her passion turns to despair when she looks at her miserable life and sees the loss of her one true love and eventually becomes a prostitute. Everything is masterminded by her jealous sister, who hopes to bed her husband. She eventually gets her wish.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 1, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kazuko Shirakawa
as Kanako Yajima(矢島哲次)
Ryûji Ôizumi
as Tetsuji Yajima(矢島哲次)
Mitsuko Aoi
as Miyoko Uemura(上村美代子)
Michiko Sakyō
as Mrs. Ryû(劉夫人)
Satarō Taki
as Mr. Ryû(劉)
Toshizō Kudō
as Ryozô Ishiguro(石黒良造)
Kiyoshi Kamoda
as Doctor(産婦人科医)
Toshihiko Oda
as Man in Bus(バスの男)
Eriko Shima
as Woman in Bus(バスの女)
Ken Uraguchi
as Truck Driver(ダンプの運転手)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Nikkatsu Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thirsty for Love about?
Kazuko Shirakawa plays a girl who left home to satisfy her inner lust. Her passion turns to despair when she looks at her miserable life and sees the loss of her one true love and eventually become...
Who directed Thirsty for Love?
Thirsty for Love was directed by Akira Kato.
How long is Thirsty for Love?
Thirsty for Love has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Thirsty for Love released?
Thirsty for Love was released on December 1, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Thirsty for Love?
The main cast of Thirsty for Love includes Kazuko Shirakawa, Ryûji Ôizumi, Mitsuko Aoi, Michiko Sakyō, Satarō Taki.