The Tale of Genji (1966)

Name: The Tale of Genji
Genre: Drama
Released: 1966
Duration: 111 min
Cast: Kotobuki Hananomoto, Ruriko Asaoka, Izumi Ashikawa, K?ji Wada, Takao Nakamura

1h 51m Japan

Drama

Plot

Set in the opulent world of Kyoto, this sensual adaptation of Murasaki Shikibu's timeless classic follows Genji, the emperor’s captivating son. Celebrated for his charm and striking appearance, he becomes entwined in a dangerous obsession with his father's stunning young bride. As he grapples with the fallout from his forbidden desire, Genji's quest for fulfillment leads him through a series of passionate entanglements. Each encounter reveals the complexities of love and loss, illustrating the relentless pursuit of happiness amidst the constraints of societal expectations and personal longing.

Cast

Kotobuki Hananomoto Ruriko Asaoka Izumi Ashikawa K?ji Wada Takao Nakamura Chojuro Hanakawa Sennojo Shigeyama Akira Katsumi Shime Shigeyama Kikuko Hojo Y?ko Yamamoto Chitose Kurenai Utako Sen Saeda Kawaguchi Machiko Yashiro

The Tale of Genji (1966)

Plot

Cast

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