Memory & Desire (1998)

This love should have lasted for ever

Memory & Desire (1998) poster

Sayo and Keiji have eloped to New Zealand to marry, away from the interference of Keiji's disapproving mother in Japan. On their honeymoon, they have the freedom to express their love away from her repressive influence. However, on what should be the happiest of days, Keiji is drowned and Sayo must, by custom, return to live with her cruel and selfish mother-in-law.

Director: Niki Caro
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 89 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Peter Scholes
Cinematography: Dion Beebe
Editing: Margot Francis
Production: Frame Up Films
Country: New Zealand
Language: English, 日本語
Original Language: en

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Memory & Desire about?
Sayo and Keiji have eloped to New Zealand to marry, away from the interference of Keiji's disapproving mother in Japan. On their honeymoon, they have the freedom to express their love away from her repressive influence. However, on what should be the happiest of days, Keiji is drowned and Sayo must, by custom, return to live with her cruel and selfish mother-in-law.
Who directed Memory & Desire?
Memory & Desire was directed by Niki Caro.
Who stars in Memory & Desire?
Memory & Desire stars Eugene Nomura, Yuri Kinugawa, Brenda Kendall, Yoko Narahashi, Joel Tobeck, Rome Kanda.
How long is Memory & Desire?
Memory & Desire has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
What genre is Memory & Desire?
Memory & Desire is a Drama, Romance film.
Where was Memory & Desire produced?
Memory & Desire was produced in New Zealand.