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Heat Wave Island

1969 · 104 min Mystery Drama
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

Nobuko Otowa plays a former Seto Inland Sea island farmer who has moved to the mainland in order to find work, but instead ends up dead. The film begins with the discovery of her corpse, which leads to an investigation that uncovers the narcotics, prostitution, and murder in which many poor farmers had found themselves trapped after World War II.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title かげろう
Year 1969
Country Japan
Genre Mystery, Drama
Director Kaneto Shindō
Runtime 104 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes)

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Heat Wave Island has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.0/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1969. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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