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Passion

4.4(8)20131h 35m1

A singular deadpan comedy, The Passion tells a story of a young woman raised in a convent named Frances-ko (Mayuko Iwasa), after Saint Francesco. Distressed by not knowing about love and sex, she calls out for a sign from above, but instead hears a voice from below. A human-faced growth speaks to her from between her legs, constantly berating her, calling out "Woman, you are worthless!" Mr. Koga, as she names it, continues the verbal abuse, yet Frances-ko somehow adapts, forming an adversarial yet symbiotic relationship. This bizarre film, based on Kaoruko Himeno's acclaimed 1997 novel of the same name, is skillfully directed by Ryoko Yoshida, lensed by veteran cinematographer Akiko Ashizawa, grounded by Iwasa's show-stopping performance and enlivened by the hilarious Kanji Furutachi, who lends his voice to the chauvinistic Koga. The soundtrack boasts an unmissable eclectic score by legendary experimental musician and composer Otomo Yoshihide.

  • TMDB

    4.4/10

    8 votes

Status
Released
Budget
Box office
Language
Japanese
  • possession

Top billed cast

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Release dates

  • JapanJP

    • Theatrical7 Dec 2013

Frequently asked questions

When was Passion released?
Passion was released on 7 December 2013.
Where can I watch Passion online?
Passion is available on Hulu, Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel in JP. Use the Watch now links in the Where to watch section for official pages.
Is there a Hindi trailer for Passion?
No verified Hindi trailer for Passion is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
What is the rating of Passion?
Passion holds a 4.4/10 audience score from 8 votes.
Who directed Passion?
Passion (2013) was directed by Ryoko Yoshida.
How long is Passion?
Passion runs for 1h 35m.

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