Lost Sex
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Synopsis
A well-respected drama teacher confesses to his housekeeper that the atomic bombing of Hiroshima has left him impotent. With the coming of spring, the sympathetic housekeeper suggests that the Master observe the Yobai , a custom in which the young men of a village steal into the bedrooms of susceptible women to have sex.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kaneto Shindō
- Screenplay & Story
- Kaneto Shindō
- Original Score
- Hikaru Hayashi
- Original Title
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- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Kindai Eiga Kyokai
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kaneto Shindō
Kaneto Shindō
Hikaru Hayashi
Kiyomi Kuroda
Hisao Enoki
Kazuo Kuwahara, Kaneto Shindō
Department Leadership Roster
Hikaru Hayashi
Original Music Composer
Kaneto Shindō
Director
Kaneto Shindō
Writer
Kazuo Kuwahara
Producer
Kaneto Shindō
Producer
Kiyomi Kuroda
Director of Photography
Hisao Enoki
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lost Sex
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Lost Sex about?
A well-respected drama teacher confesses to his housekeeper that the atomic bombing of Hiroshima has left him impotent. With the coming of spring, the sympathetic housekeeper suggests that the Master observe the Yobai , a custom in which the young men of a village steal into the bedrooms of susceptible women to have sex.
Who directed Lost Sex?
Lost Sex was directed by Kaneto Shindō.
Who stars in Lost Sex?
The principal cast of Lost Sex includes Hideo Kanze, Nobuko Otowa, Eimei Esumi, Daigo Kusano, Nobuko Miyamoto.
When was Lost Sex released and how long is it?
Lost Sex was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Lost Sex?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lost Sex was composed by Hikaru Hayashi.