Directed by Hiroshi Ando and released on August 6, 2016, the film is an adaptation of the 1958 novel Kashin by Setouchi Jakucho. The original novel was once considered controversial for its frank depiction of a woman's sexual awakening. 95 minutes Genre: Romance, Drama, Erotic Melodrama Setting: Post-WWII Kyoto Plot Summary
Below is a short creative piece inspired by the title and themes of this film: The Crimson Petal The petals did not just wilt; they ignited.
Viewers have praised the film's visual composition and its use of greenery and period-accurate sets.