Jealousy Game (1982) Jerashî gêmu | Region-Free (Blu-Ray) | Starring Reiko Ôshida

Title: Jealousy Game (1982)

Genre: Drama, Romance

Plot Synopsis:
Set in the wilderness of Hokkaido, the film explores the intricate dynamics between two couples—one in their 30s and the other in their 20s. Through themes of marital exchange, it delves into the subtle emotions and evolving relationships of the four individuals, capturing their desires and complexities.

Cast and Crew:

• Director: Yôichi Higashi
• Writer: Akiko Tanaka
• Producer: Katsuhiro Maeda
• Cast:
  • Yôsuke Natsuki as Shinichi Suruga
  • Reiko Ôshida as Haruko Suruga
  • Hiroaki Murakami as Eiji Haga
  • Hitomi Takahashi as Yoko
  • Shinshô Nakamaru as Policeman

IMDb Link:
Jealousy Game (1982)

Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. PlaguDocta – ★★★★½
   “Exchanging desire, within flinging loyalty; inside psychology through the insecurity and problems that rotate around each one’s personhood…”
2. Avirup – ★★★★☆
   “A serious Nikkatsu Roman Porno offering. Grounded, focused on the dramatic beats, relationship dynamics and character observations…”
3. KD_ – ★★★★½
   “A film that’s been high on my watchlist for months, JEALOUSY GAME… didn’t disappoint. Quite the contrary…”
4. nagoya – ★★★★½
   “Forget the usual exploitation gimmicks Nikkatsu films often relied on during the 80’s. This is a film for grown folks that has a beautiful theme…”
5. jrhovind – ★★★½
   “Higashi might just be the great chronicler of some deeply felt disenchantment at the heart of the waning days of the post-War economic miracle…”

Meta Description:
Jealousy Game (1982) is a Japanese drama directed by Yôichi Higashi. The film examines the intricate relationships between two couples in Hokkaido, focusing on themes of marital exchange and evolving emotions. Starring Yôsuke Natsuki and Reiko Ôshida, it offers a deep dive into human desires and complexities.