Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3 (1984)
A Japanese pink film from 1984 exploring love, identity, and the choices that define us.
Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3 - Movie Information
- Original Title: ＯＬ百合族 19歳
- Release Year: 1984
- Directed by: Shusuke Kaneko
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama, Romance
- Runtime: 1h 8m
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- Release Date (Theatrical): July 27, 1984 (Japan)
- Alternative Titles: Yurizoku 3 (JP), Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3 (US)
- Production Companies: Nikkatsu Corporation
- Production Countries: Japan
Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3 - Plot
Two young women, Minako and Naomi, have been friends and lovers since their school days, and are now living as roommates in the city, working together for a large company. Although she cares for Minako, Naomi decides that she should leave behind her past, find a husband and have kids. Minako, on the other hand, is happy with things as they are and doesn't want to change. The two must work out what they really want out of life, going their separate ways if need be.
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Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3 - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Shusuke Kaneko
Main Cast
- Kaoru Oda
- Natsuko Yamamoto
- Saeko Kuga
- Asako Kurayoshi
- Shingo Yamamoto
- Takashi Oshima
- Koichi Ueda
Writers
- Hiroshi Saitou
Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3 - FAQs
What is Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3 about?
The film follows Minako and Naomi, longtime friends and lovers who now share an apartment and work at the same company. When Naomi decides she wants to pursue a conventional life with a husband and children, the two women must confront what they truly want — even if it means going their separate ways.
Who directed Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3?
Shusuke Kaneko directed the film. Kaneko went on to become a well-regarded Japanese filmmaker, later known for his work on the Gamera trilogy in the 1990s and Death Note in 2006. This 1984 pink film was among his early directorial efforts.
Who are the main actors in this film?
The cast is led by Kaoru Oda, who plays Naomi Koda, and Natsuko Yamamoto, who portrays Miwako Ishihara. They are joined by Saeko Kuga, Asako Kurayoshi, Shingo Yamamoto, Takashi Oshima, and Koichi Ueda in supporting roles.
What genre is Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3?
It's a Drama and Romance film, and more specifically a Japanese pink film — a softcore genre with roots in independent Japanese cinema. The story centers on a lesbian relationship, exploring themes of identity, love, and the tension between personal desire and social expectation.
When was Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3 released?
The film was released in Japan on July 27, 1984. It was produced by Nikkatsu Corporation, the legendary Japanese studio that pioneered the pink film genre through its Roman Porno line of productions throughout the 1970s and 1980s.
Is Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3 part of a series?
Yes, as the title suggests, this is the third entry in a series of pink films produced under the Office Ladies (OL) banner by Nikkatsu. These films shared a thematic focus on working women and romantic or erotic storylines, though each installment featured a self-contained narrative.
How long is Office Ladies: Lesbians in Uniforms 3?
The film runs for 68 minutes, which is fairly typical for Japanese pink films of the era. Nikkatsu's Roman Porno productions were generally kept to a compact runtime, allowing for tight, focused storytelling within the genre's conventions.
What are some similar films to watch?
If you enjoy this film, you might also like Below Her Mouth (2017), Girl Picture (2022), Me, Myself and Her (2015), Her Story (2024), and Green Butterflies (2017). For something closer to the pink film tradition, Naked Desire (2015), Wild Side (1996), and Sappho (2008) are worth exploring.
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