Sex Zone (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 3.3
Released in 1968, Sex Zone is a drama film directed by Masao Adachi, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. Inspired by the true story of a Geisha murdered in a city famous for its baths, Adachi forged here his favorite style, a kind of conceptual documentary recounting the incident in monotone. The same event that at the beginning of Violated Angels escaped every principle of causality, is portrayed here as a singular anti-spectacle.
Who’s in it. Sex Zone stars Hatsuo Yamaya as Sadao Marukido, Rika Mizuki as Woman, Kaori Aihara as Ushiwaka and Michiyo Igawa as Modern Kiku, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Sex Zone has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sex Zone page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sex Zone tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sex Zone (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sex Zone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sex Zone worth watching?
- Sex Zone holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sex Zone?
- Sex Zone stars Hatsuo Yamaya, Rika Mizuki, Kaori Aihara, Michiyo Igawa and Rie Sakurai.
- When was Sex Zone released?
- Sex Zone was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.