Street of Shame
"Men were their prey! Beauty was their lure!"
Originally released in 1956. Street of Shame is a drama film. directed by Kenji Mizoguchi. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Machiko Kyō, Ayako Wakao, and Michiyo Kogure
Synopsis
The lives of five sex workers employed at a Japanese brothel while the nation is debating the passage of an anti-prostitution law.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 18, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (146 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Daiei Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Street of Shame about?
The lives of five sex workers employed at a Japanese brothel while the nation is debating the passage of an anti-prostitution law.
Who directed Street of Shame?
Street of Shame was directed by Kenji Mizoguchi.
How long is Street of Shame?
Street of Shame has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Street of Shame released?
Street of Shame was released on March 18, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Street of Shame?
The main cast of Street of Shame includes Machiko Kyō, Ayako Wakao, Michiyo Kogure, Aiko Mimasu, Kenji Sugawara.
Is Street of Shame worth watching?
Street of Shame has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 146 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.