A Courtesan with Flowered Skin (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 2014, A Courtesan with Flowered Skin is a drama and romance film directed by Keisuke Toyoshima, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. Japan around 1860: popular courtesan Asagiri will be freed soon from her service, yet she cannot imagine any other existence. Until one day at a local festival, Asagiri meets the young artisan Hanjiro by chance – an encounter that changes her destiny. With a strong performance by leading actress Yumi ADACHI and exquisite camerawork and production design, A COURTESAN WITH FLOWERED SKIN succeeds in recalling the golden age of Japanese erotic film.

Who’s in it. A Courtesan with Flowered Skin stars Yumi Adachi as Asagiri, Yasushi Fuchikami as Hanjiro, Ena Koshino as Yatsu and Tomochika as Madam of a Brothel, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, A Courtesan with Flowered Skin 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 A Courtesan with Flowered Skin page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Courtesan with Flowered Skin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Courtesan with Flowered Skin (2014)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Courtesan with Flowered Skin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Courtesan with Flowered Skin worth watching?
A Courtesan with Flowered Skin holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Courtesan with Flowered Skin?
A Courtesan with Flowered Skin stars Yumi Adachi, Yasushi Fuchikami, Ena Koshino, Tomochika and Saki Takaoka.
When was A Courtesan with Flowered Skin released?
A Courtesan with Flowered Skin was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.