Gate of Flesh

Gate of Flesh

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Release Date

5/31/1964

Runtime

90 mins

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.

Status

Released

Original Language

Japanese

Budget

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Revenue

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A visceral, colorful descent into the lives of Tokyo's post-war underclass, where survival instincts and rigid codes clash with dangerous desire. Suzuki's kinetic style transforms desperation into pulp tragedy.

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Themes

SurvivalClassComing apartPower

Tone

Operatic

Pacing

Propulsive

Look

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Structure

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Sexual contentGraphic violence

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