Beast Alley (1965)
Original title: けものみち
Beast Alley is a 1965 Japanese-language drama movie directed by Eizō Sugawa, with a running time of 2h 20m. It stars Junko Ikeuchi, Keiju Kobayashi and Yūnosuke Itō.
Desperate to escape her grueling life caring for her paralyzed husband, Tamiko murders him and burns down their home to start anew. She is soon entangled in the dark web of an influential, elderly power broker, becoming his mistress and a pawn in his political schemes. As she descends further into a downward spiral of moral decay, Tamiko realizes that the freedom she sought is merely a new form of entrapment.
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What is Beast Alley about?
Desperate to escape her grueling life caring for her paralyzed husband, Tamiko murders him and burns down their home to start anew. She is soon entangled in the dark web of an influential, elderly power broker, becoming his mistress and a pawn in his political schemes. As she descends further into a downward spiral of moral decay, Tamiko realizes that the freedom she sought is merely a new form of entrapment.
When was Beast Alley released?
Beast Alley was released on 5 September 1965.
How long is Beast Alley?
Beast Alley runs 2h 20m.
Who made Beast Alley?
Beast Alley was directed by Eizō Sugawa.