Lake of Illusions (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film
Released in 1982, Lake of Illusions is a drama film directed by Shinobu Hashimoto, running about 164 minutes.
What it’s about. A woman works as a prostitute and attendant to make a living at a bathhouse. She is athletic and is an avid runner. She has met and adopted a white dog and the two have become inseparable. It is the biggest tragedy and calamity when the dog is found dead, killed, murdered. The woman swears to find justice by finding the murderer and making things right.
Who’s in it. Lake of Illusions stars Reiko Nanjo as Michiko, Daisuke Ryū as Nagao, Kinya Kitaoji as Nobunaga Oda and Tomoko Hoshino as Mitsu, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lake of Illusions page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lake of Illusions tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lake of Illusions (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lake of Illusions change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Lake of Illusions?
- Lake of Illusions stars Reiko Nanjo, Daisuke Ryū, Kinya Kitaoji, Tomoko Hoshino and Rino Katase.
- When was Lake of Illusions released?
- Lake of Illusions was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 164 minutes.