Oiran (1983)
Original title: 華魁
Oiran is a 1983 Japanese-language romance movie directed by Tetsuji Takechi, with a running time of 1h 53m. It stars Takako Shinozuka, Kyoko Asuka and Kozue Azusa.
Ayame, a courtesan, attracts the attention of street vendor Kisuke and decides to run away with him to America. Unfortunately, a crazed tattoo artist is obsessed with Ayame's perfect skin as a potential canvas, so he kills Kisuke to keep Ayame in Japan. Later, Ayame is sold to a brothel in Yokohama. Kisuke's ghost possesses her, causing his image to appear tattoo-like on her skin whenever she has sex.
Quick answers
What is Oiran about?
Ayame, a courtesan, attracts the attention of street vendor Kisuke and decides to run away with him to America. Unfortunately, a crazed tattoo artist is obsessed with Ayame's perfect skin as a potential canvas, so he kills Kisuke to keep Ayame in Japan. Later, Ayame is sold to a brothel in Yokohama. Kisuke's ghost possesses her, causing his image to appear tattoo-like on her skin whenever she has sex.
When was Oiran released?
Oiran was released on 19 February 1983.
How long is Oiran?
Oiran runs 1h 53m.
Who made Oiran?
Oiran was directed by Tetsuji Takechi.