Lovers Are Wet

Lovers Are Wet

1973 · 76 min · ★ 5.9 · Drama

A seemingly aimless drifter on the run returns to his hometown. Although some recognize him, he vehemently denies his identity and begins an affair with the owner of a porno theater before setting down a lurid path of sex and violence.

Directed by Tatsumi Kumashiro · Written by Yoshifumi Kamoda

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