The Story of Pure Love (6.8)

Movie · 1957 · 2 h 13 min · Romance, Drama

Junai Monogatari AKA Story of Pure Love is about two poor youths, Mitsuko and Kando, rebelling against society in various ways, who are desperately trying to be together despite tortuous circumstances. The film depicts their lives as thieves, menial laborers who can get little pay, society outcasts, and of course, lovers. Junai Monogatari depicts, mostly, their struggles within the Japanese reformatory system and Mitsuko's worsening sickness.

Directed by: Tadashi Imai

Starring 江原真二郎, 中原ひとみ, 岡田英次, 木村功, 加藤嘉, 宮口精二, 東野英治郎, 楠田薫, 小林トシ子, 藤里まゆみ

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