The Tale of Genji (1951) is an adaptation of the renowned novel by Murasaki Shikibu, penned over a millennium ago. The film centers around Genji, the emperor's son, who is celebrated for his allure and handsome appearance among Kyoto's aristocracy. However, his life takes a tumultuous turn when he becomes infatuated with his father's young and beautiful new wife, a forbidden love that leads to devastating outcomes. In the aftermath, Genji drifts through a series of romantic entanglements, perpetually searching for a sense of fulfillment and closure in his existence.
The Tale of Genji (1951)
1951 · Movie · 121 min. · Japan
Credits
Direction Kôzaburô Yoshimura
Cast Kazuo Hasegawa · Michiyo Kogure · Machiko Kyô · Nobuko Otowa · Mitsuko Mito · Yuji Hori · Denjirô Ôkôchi · Chieko Soma · Yumiko Hasegawa · Chieko Higashiyama · Osamu Takizawa · Kentaro Honma · Yuriko Hanabusa · Hisako Takihana · Taiji Tonoyama
Soundtrack Akira Ifukube
Screenplay Kaneto Shindô · Junichirô Tanizaki · Shikibu Murasaki
Cinematography Kohei Sugiyama
Technical sheet
Title The Tale of Genji
Original title Genji monogatari
Year 1951
Type Movie
Length 121 min.
Country Japan
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