Memory & Desire
“This love should have lasted for ever”
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
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Eugene Nomura
Keiji
Yuri Kinugawa
Sayo
Brenda Kendall
Jeanette
Yoko Narahashi
Mrs Nakajima
Joel Tobeck
Nod
Rome Kanda
Tour Guide
Norman Forsey
Fisherman #1
Ian Hughes
West Coast Surfer
Charley Murphy Samau
John Paekau
Fisherman #3
Senri Sakurai
Mr Kuroda
Midori Takei
Sayo's Stepmother
Joy Watson
Maude
Takeshi Ōbayashi
Sayo's Father
Shiori Terada
Hiromi
Timothy Lee
Sergeant
Akiko Mori
Wedding Consultant
Grant Rosoman
Surf Lifesaver
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Niki Caro
- Screenplay & Story
- Niki Caro
- Original Score
- Peter Scholes
- Original Title
- Memory & Desire
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Frame Up Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Niki Caro
Niki Caro, Peter Wells, Anne Kennedy
Peter Scholes
Dion Beebe
Margot Francis
William Tyrer, Christopher Ball, Pierre Edelman
Department Leadership Roster
Niki Caro
Director
Margot Francis
Editor
Dion Beebe
Director of Photography
Peter Scholes
Original Music Composer
Niki Caro
Screenplay
Grant Major
Production Design
Kirsty Cameron
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Memory & Desire
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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?
The principal cast of Memory & Desire includes Eugene Nomura, Yuri Kinugawa, Brenda Kendall, Yoko Narahashi, Joel Tobeck.
When was Memory & Desire released and how long is it?
Memory & Desire was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Memory & Desire?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Memory & Desire was composed by Peter Scholes.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Memory & Desire?
Memory & Desire holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).