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19731h 32m7.6(7)

The Water Was So Clear

餓鬼草紙

Drama
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1973-04-14
1h 32m
JA
Released
Takabayashi Yoichi Production

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A Buddhist priest rescues a homeless girl and brings her into his temple's household. Soon she becomes an essential part of the place. One night she is raped by a young man who then becomes her lover. The priest happens on them one night as they make love before the temple shrine, and he becomes erotically obsessed.

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Stream The Water Was So Clear online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1973, it's earned a solid 7.6/10 from 7 viewers worldwide.

About The Water Was So Clear

A Buddhist priest rescues a homeless girl and brings her into his temple's household. Soon she becomes an essential part of the place. One night she is raped by a young man who then becomes her lover. The priest happens on them one night as they make love before the temple shrine, and he becomes erotically obsessed. Running 92 minutes.

The Water Was So Clear Cast and Characters

The cast features Sachie Matsuda, Yutaro Ban, Kanae Kobayashi, and Akira Nitta. Their performances are a major reason The Water Was So Clear has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Water Was So Clear

There's a reason The Water Was So Clear keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is The Water Was So Clear?

The Water Was So Clear runs for 92 minutes (about 1.5 hours).

Is The Water Was So Clear good? What's the rating?

The Water Was So Clear holds a 7.6/10 rating based on 7 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of The Water Was So Clear?

The main cast includes Sachie Matsuda, Yutaro Ban, Kanae Kobayashi, and Akira Nitta.

Is The Water Was So Clear available in Japanese?

Yes — The Water Was So Clear was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was The Water Was So Clear released?

The Water Was So Clear was released in 1973.

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Where can I watch The Water Was So Clear for free?

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What is The Water Was So Clear about?

The Water Was So Clear is a Drama film. A Buddhist priest rescues a homeless girl and brings her into his temple's household. Soon she becomes an essential part of the place. One night she is raped by a young man who then becomes her lover. The priest happens on them one night as they make love before the temple shrine, and he becomes erotically obsessed.

When was The Water Was So Clear released?

The Water Was So Clear was released on April 14, 1973. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. The film was produced by Takabayashi Yoichi Production.

Who stars in The Water Was So Clear?

The Water Was So Clear stars Sachie Matsuda, Yutaro Ban, Kanae Kobayashi and Akira Nitta. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Water Was So Clear available in HD?

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