Sexual Play (1969)
Original title: 性遊戯
Sexual Play is a 1969 Japanese-language drama movie directed by Masao Adachi, with a running time of 1h 11m. It stars Kazuo Komizu, Michio Akiyama and Yukiko Manabe.
A masterpiece of militant cinema of 1968, filmed on the actual barricades of Adachi's very own Nihon University during the period of social struggles. The film begins in a lengthy free-love session taking the form of a 'play' rape being enacted by a group of aimless, listless and political apathetic students. The subtext intended by Adachi informs the rest of the film, that there is a world of difference between direct action politics, and merely talking the talk.
Quick answers
What is Sexual Play about?
A masterpiece of militant cinema of 1968, filmed on the actual barricades of Adachi's very own Nihon University during the period of social struggles. The film begins in a lengthy free-love session taking the form of a 'play' rape being enacted by a group of aimless, listless and political apathetic students. The subtext intended by Adachi informs the rest of the film, that there is a world of difference between direct action politics, and merely talking the talk.
When was Sexual Play released?
Sexual Play was released on 24 February 1969.
How long is Sexual Play?
Sexual Play runs 1h 11m.
Who made Sexual Play?
Sexual Play was directed by Masao Adachi.