Rusty Empty Can

Rusty Empty Can 1979 Directed by Yoshihiko Matsui 錆びた缶空　

Matsui's debut film, "Rusty Empty Can" (1979), was photographed by Sogo Ishii; nonetheless the film turned out to be a serious and emotionally painful one unlike Ishii's speedy roller-coaster movies. The film which depicts a homosexual relationship was successful at the many film festival held in Japan, including selection at the 1979 Pia Film Festival. "Rusty Empty Can" is still shown at theatres today as it has become the pioneer of cult movies with devoted fans and approval from Nagisa Oshima and Shuji Terayama.

Country Japan

Production Country Japan

Language Japanese

Spoken Language Japanese

Gneres Drama , Romance

Production Company Kyôeisha

Release Date 21 April 1979

59 mins