Memory & Desire (1998) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1998 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1998, Memory & Desire is a drame and romance film directed by Niki Caro, running about 89 minutes. “This love should have lasted for ever” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Sayo and Keiji have eloped to New Zealand to marry, away from the interference of Keiji's disapproving mother in Japan. On their honeymoon, they have the freedom to express their love away from her repressive influence. However, on what should be the happiest of days, Keiji is drowned and Sayo must, by custom, return to live with her cruel and selfish mother-in-law.

Who’s in it. Memory & Desire stars Eugene Nomura as Keiji, Yuri Kinugawa as Sayo, Brenda Kendall as Jeanette and Yōko Narahashi as Mrs Nakajima, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Memory & Desire has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In Royaume-Uni you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Memory & Desire page.

If you liked it. Fans of Memory & Desire tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch Memory & Desire (1998)?
In Royaume-Uni, Memory & Desire is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Memory & Desire worth watching?
Memory & Desire holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drame and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Memory & Desire?
Memory & Desire stars Eugene Nomura, Yuri Kinugawa, Brenda Kendall, Yōko Narahashi and Joel Tobeck.
When was Memory & Desire released?
Memory & Desire was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.