---
title: "Mourning Wife: Shallow and Deep"
year: 1994
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/mourning-wife-shallow-and-deep-1994"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1224182
imdb_id: "tt0178761"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 60
community_rating: 4.3
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Mourning Wife: Shallow and Deep (1994) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/mourning-wife-shallow-and-deep-1994

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Mourning Wife: Shallow and Deep" revolves around the complex and multifaceted character of Sayoko, whose life is marked by a hidden side. Sayoko's relationship with her boss, Kamijou, is a pivotal aspect of the story, as it involves a traumatic event that has a lasting impact on her life. Kamijou's actions and subsequent behavior towards Sayoko are a central theme in the film. The story also explores Sayoko's relationship with her husband and another subordinate, Kimura, who harbors feelings for her. The film's narrative is driven by Sayoko's experiences and the consequences of her relationships, ultimately leading to a pivotal moment at her memorial service.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A woman's complex secret affairs and relationships unfold following workplace assault and tragedy."

### Why Watch
- Explores complex interpersonal dynamics
- Features dramatic character relationships

### Caveats & Content Note
- Contains heavy dramatic themes
- Brief runtime
- Tone & Suitability: Contains mature themes including assault and complex relationships.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, tense, dark

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rumi Tama
- **Networks / Studios**: Production Taka, Xces Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Eve** as *Sayoko Kitazawa*
- **Miho Nikaido**
- **Momori Asano**
- **Katsuhiro Hada**
- **Kenichi Kôbe**
- **Kimitake Hiraoka**
- **Katsuhiro Haneda** as *Shinkichi Kamijou*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Mourning Wife: Shallow and Deep released?
The film was released on 04/22/1994 in Japan.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is Sayoko.

### Q: Who is Sayoko's boss?
Her boss is Kamijou.

### Q: What happens to Sayoko's husband?
Her husband dies in an accident while on a business trip.

### Q: Who is Kimura?
Kimura is a subordinate who is jealous of the relationship between Kamijou and Sayoko.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Mourning Wife: Shallow and Deep — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1224182)
- [Mourning Wife: Shallow and Deep (1994) | DIV.cz](https://div.cz/film/mourning-wife-shallow-and-deep)

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