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4.6 / 10(9 votes)IMDb19881h 36mJapan

Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice

悪徳の栄え

Synopsis

A decadent count in 1920′s Japan becomes obsessed with the life and works of the Marquis de Sade. He creates a theatre to show plays adapted from the notorious writer’s novels and recruits thieves, prostitutes and low lives to act out his fantasies on stage for the delectation of his rich, jaded friends. In search of new sensations the nobleman orders one of the actors, on pain of death, to make love to the nobleman’s wife while he watches. Unfortunately, this incursion of real life into his fantasy world will have dire consequences for the count and his divinely decadent coterie.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Akio Jissoji
Screenplay & Story
Rio Kishida
Original Score
Isao Matsushita
Original Title
悪徳の栄え
Country of Origin
Japan
Spoken Languages
Japanese
Runtime
1h 36m
Production Studios
Nikkatsu Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Akio Jissoji

Screenplay & Story

Rio Kishida, Marquis de Sade

Original Score & Music

Isao Matsushita

Director of Photography

Masao Nakabori

Film Editing

Osamu Inoue

Producers

Hidehiro Ito

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Marquis de Sade

Department Leadership Roster

Akio Jissoji

Akio Jissoji

Director

Rio Kishida

Rio Kishida

Screenplay

Hidehiro Ito

Producer

Masao Nakabori

Director of Photography

Osamu Inoue

Osamu Inoue

Editor

Noriyoshi Ikeya

Noriyoshi Ikeya

Production Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice about?

A decadent count in 1920′s Japan becomes obsessed with the life and works of the Marquis de Sade. He creates a theatre to show plays adapted from the notorious writer’s novels and recruits thieves, prostitutes and low lives to act out his fantasies on stage for the delectation of his rich, jaded friends. In search of new sensations the nobleman orders one of the actors, on pain of death, to make love to the nobleman’s wife while he watches. Unfortunately, this incursion of real life into his fantasy world will have dire consequences for the count and his divinely decadent coterie.

Who directed Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice?

Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice was directed by Akio Jissoji.

Who stars in Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice?

The principal cast of Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice includes Yasumi Hara, Renji Ishibashi, Seiran Li, Kimiaki Makino, Kōji Shimizu.

When was Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice released and how long is it?

Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.

Who composed the musical score for Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice was composed by Isao Matsushita.

Is Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice based on a book or true story?

Marquis de Sade’s Prosperities of Vice is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Marquis de Sade".