Keiko (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1979, Keiko is a drama film directed by Claude Gagnon, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. Keiko is a 23-year-old lonely virgin who lives in a tiny room, and hopes to meet someone in the cafe she frequents. After a bad affair with one of the other diners, she vows to give up men. She then begins a happy lesbian relationship with her co-worker Kazuyo. However she is under constant pressure from her father to marry.
Who’s in it. Keiko stars Junko Wakashiba as Keiko, Akiko Kitamura as Kazuyo, Takuma Ikeuchi and Toshio Hashimoto as Terayama, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Keiko has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Keiko page.
If you liked it. Fans of Keiko tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Keiko (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Keiko change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Keiko worth watching?
- Keiko holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Keiko?
- Keiko stars Junko Wakashiba, Akiko Kitamura, Takuma Ikeuchi, Toshio Hashimoto and Nobuo Nakanishi.
- When was Keiko released?
- Keiko was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.