Flower & Snake II (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 2005, Flower & Snake II is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Takashi Ishii, running about 118 minutes.

What it’s about. The beautiful Shizuko (Aya Sugimoto) and her husband Tooyama Takayoshi (Jo Shishido) have a loving relationship, But Takayoshi is getting older and isn't always able to perform. His primary source of gratification involves observing his wife in sadomasochistic scenarios so he commissions a painter, skilled in the arts of bondage to bring these fantasies to life. Soon, Shiziko becomes a willing and submissive participant in fulfilling the S&M fantasies of not only her husband but a slew of rich lecherous men.

Who’s in it. Flower & Snake II stars Aya Sugimoto as Shizuko Tooyama, Fujiko as Sayoko Ikegami (naked girl in Ryôsuke's room), Mieko Arai as Takako, The woman applied to auction Yôzaburô Itô and Kenichi Endo as Ryoosuke Ikegami, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Flower & Snake II has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flower & Snake II page.

If you liked it. Fans of Flower & Snake II tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Flower & Snake II (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flower & Snake II change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Flower & Snake II worth watching?
Flower & Snake II holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Flower & Snake II?
Flower & Snake II stars Aya Sugimoto, Fujiko, Mieko Arai, Kenichi Endo and Ito Yozaburo.
When was Flower & Snake II released?
Flower & Snake II was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.