The Blue Brute (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film
Released in 1978, The Blue Brute is a notable film directed by Kazunari Takeda, running about 75 minutes. “Unleashed passions! Uncontrolled violence!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Yasuji Hajima runs a butcher shop. When he was younger, he was just as interested in the sex as the next man but lately he has a hard time satisfying his wife who is still oversexed at her age. The Hajimas have one son, Shuichi, who is studying to enter Tokyo University. It is after he sees his parents acting in which he considers an odious manner that he changes entirely and raises the roof in every whichever way.
Who’s in it. The Blue Brute stars Minako Mizushima as Miyako Takebe, Shogo Kano as Shuichi Hajima, Noboru Mitani as Yasuharu Hashima and Miyako Akino as Satoko Hajima, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Blue Brute page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Blue Brute (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blue Brute change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Blue Brute?
- The Blue Brute stars Minako Mizushima, Shogo Kano, Noboru Mitani, Miyako Akino and Masahiro Yoshihara.
- When was The Blue Brute released?
- The Blue Brute was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.