Crime After School (1975 film)

Crime After School, also known as After School Crime or Hokago no Hanzai, is a 1975 Japanese pink film (pinku eiga) directed by Tatsumi Kumashiro. The film explores themes of juvenile delinquency, sexual exploitation, and societal hypocrisy through the lens of a voyeuristic detective investigating a series of crimes involving high school students. Known for its stylish cinematography and complex narrative structure despite its exploitation film roots, Crime After School is considered one of Kumashiro's more notable works. It features typical elements of the pink film genre, including nudity and suggestive sexual content, but also attempts to provide social commentary. The film's plot revolves around the detective uncovering a network of prostitution and exploitation within the seemingly innocent world of high school, revealing the dark underbelly of Japanese society during the period.