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Ancient Edo’s legendary Yoshiwara red-light district is brought back to life in Sakuran, the dazzling debut of acclaimed photographer Mika Ninagawa (Helter Skelter), based on the popular manga by Moyoco Anno. Anna Tsuchiya (Kamikaze Girls) is Kiyoha, sold into a brothel at a tender age and put to training as a courtesan. As Kiyoha’s rebellious spirit and renowned beauty provoke the jealous rivalry of the other girls in the establishment, the possibility of romance raises its head, but can love provide a genuine possibility of escape for a young woman in her position, in a refined sensual world where looks and deportment are everything? With its super-saturated colors and striking art design, Sakuran is a delicious feast for the eyes. LIMITED EDITION FEATURES: NUMBERED OBI STRIP [4000] ORIGINAL AND NEWLY COMMISSIONED ARTWORK BY LUKE INSECT BOOKLET WITH NOTES BY JASPER SHARP SPECIAL FEATURES: High-Definition Blu-ray presentation in 1.85:1 Aspect Ratio Original 5.1 & Stereo audio with new English subtitles Audio commentary by Josh Slater-Williams Brand new filmed introduction by Amber T. Stills Gallery Trailers TECHNICAL SPECS: Region Code: AB Audio: DTS-HD MA 5.1 / 2.0 Picture: High-Definition Blu-ray (1080p) in 1.85:1 Runtime: 111 mins approx. Language: Japanese Subtitles: English Cert: 15
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Sakuran (2006)
111 min
Kiyoha rises from the lowly courtesan ranks to the high class position of Oiran in the steamy red-light district of Yoshiwara. She is determined to stand on her own two feet and live life as she pleased.