The Story of Pure Love

The Story of Pure Love (1957)

純愛物語

Junai Monogatari AKA Story of Pure Love is about two poor youths, Mitsuko and Kando, rebelling against society in various ways, who are desperately trying to be together despite tortuous circumstances. The film depicts their lives as thieves, menial laborers who can get little pay, society outcasts, and of course, lovers. Junai Monogatari depicts, mostly, their struggles within the Japanese reformatory system and Mitsuko's worsening sickness.

Date of release
1957-10-15
TMDB
6.8 / 10 (6)
Runtime
2h 13m
Genres
Romance, Drama
Director
Tadashi Imai

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