Love’s Whirlpool (2014): Cast & Plot
Love’s Whirlpool is a 2014 drama directed by Daisuke Miura, starring Hirofumi Arai as Freeter, Yoko Mitsuya and Kenichi Takitoh. It runs 2 hours 3 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 3m (123 min)
- Director
- Daisuke Miura
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Japanese - Studio
- THE KLOCKWORX
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Love’s Whirlpool About?
The premise of Love’s Whirlpool without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A lavish downtown apartment serves as the setting for an unusual gathering. Eight men and women, strangers to each other, participate in a party with a significant 20,000 yen entrance fee, some struggling to afford it. Among the attendees is an unemployed man relying on his parents’ support, and a seemingly ordinary college student concealing a strong desire for intimacy. The evening unfolds with unexpected revelations and explores themes of desire, social dynamics, and the complexities of human connection.
Love’s Whirlpool Cast & Characters
Hirofumi Arai leads the cast as Freeter, with Yoko Mitsuya as Office Lady and Kenichi Takitoh as Salaried Man. Directed by Daisuke Miura; 12 actors are credited in all.
- Director Daisuke Miura
- Hirofumi Arai as Freeter
- Yoko Mitsuya as Office Lady
- Kenichi Takitoh as Salaried Man
- Eriko Nakamura as Child Care Teacher
Also Starring in Love’s Whirlpool
· 8 more- Sosuke Ikematsu Isamu Kato (Neet)
- Mugi Kadowaki Satomi Suzuki (University Student)
- Ryusuke Komakine Virgin
- Muck Akazawa Regular Costumer
- Tokio Emoto Couple Man
- You Nobue Couple Woman
- Tetsushi Tanaka Shop Manager
- Yosuke Kubozuka Clerk
Love’s Whirlpool Plot Summary
What happens in Love’s Whirlpool from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film unfolds within a high-rise residential building in Roppongi, Japan, where eight anonymous individuals—four men and four women—pay to enter an anonymous sex club. As the night begins, the club’s owner briefly addresses the guests, informing them that they have from midnight until 5:00 A.M. to engage in any sexual activities they desire. A set of rules is established: guests must shower after sex and use the restroom, condoms are mandatory, and men are required to respect the wishes of the women.
Full summary
The whole story of Love’s Whirlpool, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Love’s Whirlpool?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
In which Tokyo district does the anonymous club operate?
Love’s Whirlpool Also Known As
7 alternative titles, including “Ai no Uzu” and “爱之漩涡”.
- Also known as
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- Ai no Uzu
- 爱之漩涡
- 爱的漩涡
- 爱之涡
- 사랑의 소용돌이
- 愛之渦
- 愛的放題
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Love’s Whirlpool FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Love’s Whirlpool, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Love’s Whirlpool?
Love’s Whirlpool runs 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).
When was Love’s Whirlpool released?
Love’s Whirlpool was released on March 1, 2014.
Who directed Love’s Whirlpool?
Love’s Whirlpool was directed by Daisuke Miura.
More films by Daisuke Miura Who is in the cast of Love’s Whirlpool?
Love’s Whirlpool stars Hirofumi Arai as Freeter, Yoko Mitsuya as Office Lady and Kenichi Takitoh as Salaried Man, among 12 credited actors.
Does Love’s Whirlpool have a post-credit scene?
No. Love’s Whirlpool has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Love’s Whirlpool in?
The original language of Love’s Whirlpool is Japanese.
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