depicts the intense psychological toll of infidelity in 1950s Japan.
: While availability varies significantly by region, the film is sometimes listed on MUBI and Amazon Video , though you should verify active streaming rights for your specific location. Plot Overview Shi no toge subtitles English
: The film is occasionally screened at major cultural institutions like MoMA , which provides English subtitles during their specialized Japanese cinema programs. depicts the intense psychological toll of infidelity in
: Toshio, a struggling writer, is confronted by his wife, Miho, regarding his long-term affair with a neighbor. : Toshio, a struggling writer, is confronted by
: Attoning for his actions, Toshio attempts to save his wife from a complete breakdown, eventually living with her in a mental hospital to support her recovery.
: Unlike typical domestic dramas, the film focuses on Miho's gradual descent into mental instability as she oscillates between rage and desperation.