Ritual of Love (1990)
This movie is based on the true story that made headlines all over the world: the story of a relationship gone sour between a Japanese man very much in love with a French model. Some time later, it was discovered that the woman was turned into "sushi." At that time the man had already eaten a few body parts. To the arresting officers in Paris, he justified his acts as a proof of profound passion. In the late 80's many books and films find inspiration by the sinister love story.
Director: Aldo Lado
Genre: Drama, Romance, Thriller, Horror
Runtime: 91 min
Release Date: September 2, 1990
Cast
- Beatrice Ring - Valerie
- Larry Huckmann - Yuro
- Francesco Casale - Pierre
- Natalia Bizzi - Louise
- Gudrun Gundelach - Music Teacher
- Chiara Argelli
- Ted Rusoff - Art Professor
- Holger Bueb
- Marinella Anaclerio - Valentine
Screenplay
- Cesare Frugoni (Screenplay)
- Aldo Lado (Screenplay)
- Luigi Spagnol (Screenplay)
- Aldo Lado (Story)
Music: Pino Donaggio
Cinematography: Gábor Pogány
Production: Futura Films
Country: Italy, France
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
Themes
Cannibalism and Dark Urges, Cannibal Cults and Horror Tales, Cannibal's Secret Hunger and Horror
Keywords
italian, cannibal, true crime, erotic movie
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ritual of Love about?
- This movie is based on the true story that made headlines all over the world: the story of a relationship gone sour between a Japanese man very much in love with a French model. Some time later, it was discovered that the woman was turned into "sushi." At that time the man had already eaten a few body parts. To the arresting officers in Paris, he justified his acts as a proof of profound passion. In the late 80's many books and films find inspiration by the sinister love story.
- Who directed Ritual of Love?
- Ritual of Love was directed by Aldo Lado.
- Who stars in Ritual of Love?
- Ritual of Love stars Beatrice Ring, Larry Huckmann, Francesco Casale, Natalia Bizzi, Gudrun Gundelach, Chiara Argelli.
- How long is Ritual of Love?
- Ritual of Love has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
- What genre is Ritual of Love?
- Ritual of Love is a Drama, Romance, Thriller, Horror film.
- Where was Ritual of Love produced?
- Ritual of Love was produced in Italy, France.
- What are the themes of Ritual of Love?
- The themes of Ritual of Love include: Cannibalism and Dark Urges, Cannibal Cults and Horror Tales, Cannibal's Secret Hunger and Horror.