Movie

Memory & Desire

“This love should have lasted for ever”

★ 4.7(7)19981h 29m

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Good to know

Director: Niki Caro
Release date: 1998-01-01
Runtime: 1h 29m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: New Zealand
Studio: Frame Up Films

About Memory & Desire

Memory & Desire is a 1998 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Niki Caro, starring Eugene Nomura, Yuri Kinugawa and Brenda Kendall. It has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.7/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Memory & Desire in Egypt — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Sayo and Keiji have eloped to New Zealand to marry, away from the interference of Keiji's disapproving mother in Japan. On their honeymoon, they have the freedom to express their love away from her repressive influence. However, on what should be the happiest of days, Keiji is drowned and Sayo must, by custom, return to live with her cruel and selfish mother-in-law.

Cast

Eugene Nomura

Keiji

Yuri Kinugawa

Sayo

Brenda Kendall

Jeanette

Yoko Narahashi

Mrs Nakajima

Joel Tobeck

Nod

Rome Kanda

Tour Guide

Norman Forsey

Fisherman #1

Ian Hughes

West Coast Surfer

Charley Murphy Samau

John Paekau

Fisherman #3

Senri Sakurai

Mr Kuroda

Midori Takei

Sayo's Stepmother

Themes & keywords

woman director

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Memory & Desire in Egypt?+

Memory & Desire is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Egypt. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Memory & Desire on Netflix?+

Memory & Desire is not on Netflix in Egypt right now.

How long is Memory & Desire?+

Memory & Desire has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

Who stars in Memory & Desire?+

Memory & Desire stars Eugene Nomura, Yuri Kinugawa, Brenda Kendall, Yoko Narahashi and Joel Tobeck.

When did Memory & Desire come out?+

Memory & Desire is a 1998 movie directed by Niki Caro.

What genre is Memory & Desire?+

Memory & Desire is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Memory & Desire?+

Memory & Desire was directed by Niki Caro.