The Love Suicides at Sonezaki(1981)
87 min · Drama · Directed by Midori Kurisaki
Released
A bunraku puppet drama of the courtesan Ohatsu and her lover, Tokubei, a soy-sauce merchant whose fortunes have gone awry through the perfidy of a trusted associate. For Tokubei, suicide is the only honorable act left; for Ohatsu, it is the only emotionally viable one.
Where to watch
Not available to stream, rent, or buy in the US yet.
US release dates
- Theatrical
- March 20, 1982
