Women Hell Song (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1970, Women Hell Song is a drama and crime film directed by Mamoru Watanabe, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. The roaming outlaw Okayo, also known as Benten due to the prominent tattoo of the Buddhist Goddess of Love emblazoned across her back. On the run from her persecutors, who seek to claim the tattoo and its skin canvas as a bounty, Okayo finds a safe haven in the arms of the mysterious shakuhachi (bamboo flute) playing Seigaku, himself tattooed with the image of Kisshoten, the Goddess of Prosperity.
Who’s in it. Women Hell Song stars Tamaki Katori, Jiro Kokubu as Seigaku, Noriko Tatsumi and Rima Aoyama, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Women Hell Song has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on ARROW. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Women Hell Song page.
If you liked it. Fans of Women Hell Song tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Women Hell Song (1970)?
- In GB, Women Hell Song is available to stream on ARROW. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Women Hell Song worth watching?
- Women Hell Song holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Women Hell Song?
- Women Hell Song stars Tamaki Katori, Jiro Kokubu, Noriko Tatsumi, Rima Aoyama and Shinji Hino.
- When was Women Hell Song released?
- Women Hell Song was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.