Riiman Blues (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1999, Riiman Blues is a drama film directed by Yukio Kitazawa, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. The protagonist is an ordinary salaryman who hides his gayness from the company and the world. However, he has a live-in lover. The boyfriend is a freelancer who is enjoying being gay. The film quietly and firmly depicts the happy life of these two, sex, the battle with the world for being gay, and the sudden separation.
Who’s in it. Riiman Blues stars Seiji Nakamitsu as Kiichiro, Motoko Sasaki as Lesbian in fake marriage, Kazu Itsuki and Hitoshi Ikeda as Kazuo, the boyfriend, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Riiman Blues has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Riiman Blues page.
If you liked it. Fans of Riiman Blues tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Riiman Blues (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Riiman Blues change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Riiman Blues worth watching?
- Riiman Blues holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Riiman Blues?
- Riiman Blues stars Seiji Nakamitsu, Motoko Sasaki, Kazu Itsuki, Hitoshi Ikeda and Kenichi Kôbe.
- When was Riiman Blues released?
- Riiman Blues was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.