Daydream (1964 Film)

Daydream, released in Japan as Hakujitsumu, is a 1964 Japanese film directed by Tetsuji Takechi. The screenplay was written by Takechi and based on a 1926 short story by the author Junichiro Tanizaki, which was originally published by Chuokoron.

Plot

The story follows two characters, Kurahashi and Cheiko, who meet in a dentist's waiting room. While under anesthesia during their respective procedures, Kurahashi experiences a surreal vision in which the dentist and nurse appear to assault Cheiko. Following this encounter, the pair attempts to escape the dental office, leading to further unsettling events.

Production and Release

The film was released in Japan on June 21, 1964, with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was screened at the Venice Film Festival in September 1964. The film saw two distinct releases in the United States: the first opened in Los Angeles on December 4, 1964. A second version was released in 1966, featuring additional footage integrated by director Joseph Green.

Cast

• Kanako Michi as Cheiko
• Akira Ishihama as Kurahashi
• Chojuro Hanakawa as The Dentist
• Yasuko Matsui as The Nurse
• Tokuji Kobayashi
• Shigehiro Ozawa
• Takeshi Sakamoto