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A Woman Called Abe Sada [1975] [DVD]
 
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A Woman Called Abe Sada [1975] [DVD]

Junko Miyashita , Hideaki Esumi , Noboru Tanaka    Suitable for 18 years and over   DVD
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  • Actors: Junko Miyashita, Hideaki Esumi, Genshu Hanayagi, Yoshie Kitsuda, Ikunosuke Koizumi
  • Directors: Noboru Tanaka
  • Format: PAL, Widescreen
  • Language Japanese
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: All Regions
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 18
  • Studio: Hanzibar Films
  • DVD Release Date: 14 Jun 2004
  • Run Time: 85 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00004UEZ7
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 120,735 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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Special Features

Wide Screen
DVD 5
Japanese
Region 0
Scene Selection
Photo Gallery
English

Product Description

United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 0 DVD: LANGUAGES: Japanese ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN, SPECIAL FEATURES: Interactive Menu, Photo Gallery, SYNOPSIS: Inspired by the true-life tale of a broken woman whose hedonistic tryst with a high-class restaurateur resulted in a horrific crime of passion that littered Tokyo headlines in 1936, director Noboru Tanaka's stark tale of passion has lost none of its power to shock since its original release in 1975. The daughter of a wealthy merchant, beautiful Sada Abe (Junko Miyashita) is banished from her wealthy father's home when he discovers that her virginity was stolen from her in a brutal rape. Subsequently sustaining her existence as a prostitute, Sada soon makes the acquaintance of restaurateur Kichizo (Hideaki Ezumi) -- who is immediately captivated by her mysterious beauty. As the couple eschews the outside world in favor of a secluded week of sexual bliss, pleasure soon gives way to obsession -- setting into motion a dangerous sequence of events that can only end in tragedy. ...A Woman Called Abe Sada ( Jitsuroku Abe Sada )

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30 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Worth a look, 27 Jan 2003
This review is from: A Woman Called Abe Sada [1975] [DVD] (DVD)
If you are considering buying this film, you may well already have seen the better known Ai No Corrida (Empire of the Senses) which is based upon the same real-life story from 1930's Japan of Sada and her lover Kichi.

This film is shot on a lower budget that the Oshima classic, and suffers by comparison, but if viewed in its own right it does contribute its own touches to the telling of an intriguing tale of passion.

In contrast to the Oshima film, one sees more events outside the closeted atmosphere of Sada and Kichi's hotel room, particularly the consequences of the events in the key scenes. A nice touch is the use of authentic looking Japanese newspaper coverage of the real events, and a voice over by Sada describing her life on the run. From time to time we are made aware of tensions in the outside political world, although these realities intrude little into the lovers' domain.

The tone of the film is at times lighter, using gentle humour, than Ai No Corrida, particularly in the earlier scenes. The pair are, after all, infatuated lovers caught up in their private world. Sada's first, teasing, display of jealousy allows here to assert her position against the possible threat of Kichi's family ties, and as she playfully chases Kichi, brandishing a knife, she makes the point that she requires his complete devotion and loyalty.

Sada is in some ways an innocent (although we learn more of her history later in the film) who begins to recognise her power over Kichi as the film develops. As she watches him lick the blood from the wound she has carved on her arm, her eyes are transfixed on his slavish act, with no apparent awareness of her pain. With her increased realisation of her power, her mood, and that of the film, darkens.

Despite the highly unusual nature of the plot, the actors playing Sada and Kichi are convincing throughout.

Overall I would say that this is not a great film, but it is an interesting example of Japanese cinema from the 1970s, and certainly worth a look for those who enjoy cult Asian cinema.

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Worth a look, 27 Jan 2003
This review is from: A Woman Called Abe Sada [1975] [DVD] (DVD)
If you are considering buying this film, you may well already have seen the better known Ai No Corrida (Empire of the Senses) which is based upon the same real-life story from 1930's Japan of Sada and her lover Kichi.

This film is shot on a lower budget that the Oshima classic, and suffers by comparison, but if viewed in its own right it does contribute its own touches to the telling of an intriguing tale of passion.

In contrast to the Oshima film, one sees more events outside the closeted atmosphere of Sada and Kichi's hotel room, particularly the consequences of the events in the key scenes. A nice touch is the use of authentic looking Japanese newspaper coverage of the real events, and a voice over by Sada describing her life on the run. From time to time we are made aware of tensions in the outside political world, although these realities intrude little into the lovers' domain.

The tone of the film is at times lighter, using gentle humour, than Ai No Corrida, particularly in the earlier scenes. The pair are, after all, infatuated lovers caught up in their private world. Sada's first, teasing, display of jealousy allows here to assert her position against the possible threat of Kichi's family ties, and as she playfully chases Kichi, brandishing a knife, she makes the point that she requires his complete devotion and loyalty.

Sada is in some ways an innocent (although we learn more of her history later in the film) who begins to recognise her power over Kichi as the film develops. As she watches him lick the blood from the wound she has carved on her arm, her eyes are transfixed on his slavish act, with no apparent awareness of her pain. With her increased realisation of her power, her mood, and that of the film, darkens.

Despite the highly unusual nature of the plot, the actors playing Sada and Kichi are convincing throughout.

Overall I would say that this is not a great film, but it is an interesting example of Japanese cinema from the 1970s, and certainly worth a look for those who enjoy cult Asian cinema.

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8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting contrast to the oshima original, 2 July 2001
By joe gallagher - Published on Amazon.com
Though less arty than the oshima classic, this erotic tale of l'amour fou is a stunning film in its own right. You get much more of the lead characters life. Its beautifully made, well acted. It's also less hermetic than oshima's masterpiece, making less artistic, but a little easier to watch and enjoy. Higherly recommended for fans of classic Japanese erotic cinema!

25 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars This is not in the realm of the senses!, 13 Jun 2001
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Woman Called Sada Abe [DVD] [1975] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC] (DVD)
This is based on the same true story as IN THE REALM OF THE SENSES. This version is like a B porno movie with lots of acting and movement which is covered and hidden by a kimona. Even worse, the DVD goes in a jerky assembly of still shots rather than a true "motion picture." The acting, costumes and sets are less visually appealing than IN THE REALM OF THE SENSES. If you want to experience a truely erotic tale of a woman with unquenchable lust buy In THE REALM OF THE SENSES, otherwise... save your money.
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