Born in 1952 in Sakai, Osaka, Shinnosuke Ikehata, also known as Peter, is a distinctive figure in Japanese entertainment. With a career that spans decades, he is celebrated for his androgynous style and has often portrayed transgender or female characters. In Fruits of Passion (1981), Ikehata brings a captivating presence to the screen, embodying the film's erotic and avant-garde spirit. His performances challenge norms and contribute to the rich tapestry of cult cinema, making him a notable figure in the genre.
Fruits of Passion
The lead characters of the Story of O and Retour à Roissy novels, Sir Stephen and O, are placed in southern China where Sir Stephen owns a casino. Sir Stephen places O in a Chinese brothel for "training" and O is then subjected to a variety of humiliating experiences to prove her unconditional obedience. A sub-plot concerns a coolie rebellion due to the resentment towards Europeans by the local population and a young man desperate to afford O's favors at the brothel.
