Gushing Prayer
Directed by Masao Adachi
Produced by Kokuei Company
A provocative Japanese New Wave drama that uses transgressive subject matter to explore adolescent alienation, emotional awakening, and the search for authentic feeling amid societal disillusionment.
After 15-year-old Yasuko has her first orgasm with a teacher, she and her disillusioned group of friends decide to turn to prostitution to gain a better understanding of what emotions truly are.
Essence
Ensemble
Like Gushing Prayer
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Gushing Prayer
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Gushing Prayer, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Gushing Prayer, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Gushing Prayer, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
