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Street of Shame

Name: Street of Shame
Genre: Drama
Released: 1956-03-18
Cast: Machiko Kyō, Ayako Wakao, Michiyo Kogure, Aiko Mimasu, Kenji Sugawara

1956 | 87 min | Drama

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
The mood: Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace: Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 27 min.
What might put you off: It's in Japanese, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
Made in 1956: an older pace and style.

Follows five sex workers employed at a Japanese brothel while the nation debates the passage of an anti-prostitution law.

CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
AudiencesSolid
7.7 out of 10
AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 9K people sought it out in the past year

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