Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion (2017)
On May 18, 1936, Abe Sada, a former geisha, kills her lover by "erotic asphyxiation", then slices his sex and inscribes his name in his flesh. In an ultra-controlled and militarized Japan, the press is passionate about this transgressive incident, while the murderer defends herself, presenting her crime as an act of "crazy love". Relayed to the West, this murder conveys the image of a fantasized Japan, where all impulses are given free rein.
Director: Sophie Peyrard
Genre: Documentary, Crime
Runtime: 27 min
Release Date: October 23, 2017
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Screenplay
Production: ARTE France Cinéma
Country: France
Original Language: fr
Keywords
crime of passion, short film
More Films by Director: Sophie Peyrard
More Films in Genre: Documentary, Crime
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion about?
- On May 18, 1936, Abe Sada, a former geisha, kills her lover by "erotic asphyxiation", then slices his sex and inscribes his name in his flesh. In an ultra-controlled and militarized Japan, the press is passionate about this transgressive incident, while the murderer defends herself, presenting her crime as an act of "crazy love". Relayed to the West, this murder conveys the image of a fantasized Japan, where all impulses are given free rein.
- Who directed Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion?
- Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion was directed by Sophie Peyrard.
- Who stars in Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion?
- Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion stars Emanuelle Blanchard, Katsuyuki Hidaka, Christine Marran, Gérald Peloux, Stéphan de Mesnildot, Sada Abe.
- How long is Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion?
- Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion has a runtime of 27m (27 minutes).
- What genre is Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion?
- Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion is a Documentary, Crime film.
- Where was Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion produced?
- Abe Sada: A Japanese Crime of Passion was produced in France.