The Insect Woman
"She lives by instinct with no sense of right or wrong."
Originally released in 1963. The Insect Woman is a drama film. directed by Shōhei Imamura. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sachiko Hidari, Jitsuko Yoshimura, and Shoichi Ozawa
Synopsis
A woman, Tome, is born to a lower class family in Japan in 1918. The title refers to an insect, repeating its mistakes, as in an infinite circle. Imamura, with this metaphor, introduces the life of Tome, who keeps trying to change her poor life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 16, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (73 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Nikkatsu Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Insect Woman about?
A woman, Tome, is born to a lower class family in Japan in 1918. The title refers to an insect, repeating its mistakes, as in an infinite circle. Imamura, with this metaphor, introduces the life of...
Who directed The Insect Woman?
The Insect Woman was directed by Shōhei Imamura.
How long is The Insect Woman?
The Insect Woman has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was The Insect Woman released?
The Insect Woman was released on November 16, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Insect Woman?
The main cast of The Insect Woman includes Sachiko Hidari, Jitsuko Yoshimura, Shoichi Ozawa, Hiroyuki Nagato, Kayoko Honoo.