9.0The Tale of Genji · 1966
The Tale of Genji (1966) is a Drama film directed by Tetsuji Takechi, starring Kotobuki Hananomoto, Ruriko Asaoka, Izumi Ashikawa.
Drama
9.0Overview
An eroticized adaptation of Murasaki Shikibu's classic novel, written over 1000 years ago. Genji, the son of the emperor, has gained renown among the nobility of Kyoto for his charm and good looks, yet he cannot stop himself from pursuing the one object of desire he must never obtain: his father's young and beautiful bride. Following the tragic consequences of his obsession, Genji wanders from one affair to another, always seeking some sort of completion to his life.
Cast
Kotobuki Hananomoto, Ruriko Asaoka, Izumi Ashikawa, Kōji Wada, Takao Nakamura, Chojuro Hanakawa, Sennojo Shigeyama, Akira Katsumi
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What is "The Tale of Genji" about?
An eroticized adaptation of Murasaki Shikibu's classic novel, written over 1000 years ago. Genji, the son of the emperor, has gained renown among the nobility of Kyoto for his charm and good looks, yet he cannot stop himself from pursuing the one object of desire he must never obtain: his father's young and beautiful bride. Following the tragic consequences of his obsession, Genji wanders from one affair to another, always seeking some sort of completion to his life.
When was "The Tale of Genji" released?
The Tale of Genji was released in 1966.
Who stars in "The Tale of Genji"?
The cast includes Kotobuki Hananomoto, Ruriko Asaoka, Izumi Ashikawa, Kōji Wada.
