Cast
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Shou Nishino
as Kayoko Fukuya
Yasuyo Shiba
as Rina Sendô
Shigeru Harihara
as Kanzaburô Yamanami
Tadashi Mizuno
as Kensuke Saitô
Ui Mita
as Akane Kanzaki
Yûta Kogiri
as Shinji Okada
Matarô Umeya
as Shigeyuki Kimura
Ayumi Tomiyama
as Junko Machioka
Kôichi Miwa
as Tejima
Norihisa Ogawa
as Gô (Young man)
Kazuya Hashimoto
as Tarô (Young man)
Crew
Director
- Hideo Sakaki
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Naked Desire examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Hideo Sakaki brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2015, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Naked Desire took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 77 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 103 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2015, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 17, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 17m