Woman in the Dunes
Woman in the Dunes

Woman in the Dunes (1964)

TV-14 (US) | Japan | Japanese | 147 min
Directed by: Hiroshi Teshigahara
8.4

An entomologist on an expedition to a remote coastal village becomes trapped in a pit with a woman whose life revolves around shoveling sand to prevent her home from being buried. Initially, the man is led to believe that he's staying temporarily, but when the rope ladder vanishes, he realizes he’s a prisoner. Forced to help the woman with her endless task, he tries to escape. Over time, they develop a strange relationship, as his hopes of freedom fade.

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Keywords

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Psychological drama0
Independent film0
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Ocean and sea0
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Awards

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Best Foreign Language Film

Nominated

Palme d'Or

Nominated

Release Date

Japan
(limited)
1964-02-15
France
(Cannes Film Festival)
1964-04-30
USA
(New York Film Festival)
1964-09-16
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Woman in the Dunes
(Original title)
Una mujer en la arena
Argentina
Woman in the Dunes
Australia
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Moderate
Violence & Gore
Mild
Profanity
Mild
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Mild
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Moderate