Gate of Flesh

Gate of Flesh

90 mins | Drama | May 31, 1964

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.

Gate of Flesh

90 mins | Drama | May 31, 1964

Gate of Flesh
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.
IMDb rating 7.2
Producers Nikkatsu Corporation
Original title 肉体の門
Directors Masami Kuzû, Seijun Suzuki
Writers Taijirô Tamura, Gorô Tanada

Cast

Jō Shishido

as Shintaro Ibuki

Kōji Wada

as Abe

Yumiko Nogawa

as Maya

Tamiko Ishii

as Oroku

Kayo Matsuo

as Omino

Satoko Kasai

as Sen

Misako Tominaga

as Machiko

Isao Tamagawa

as Horidome

Chico Lourant

as Black Pastor

Eimei Esumi

as Ogasawara

Hiroshi Chō

as Potato Seller

Keisuke Noro

as Ishii