Movie
The Tale of Genji
0.0/10
1966
1h 51m
ja
Drama
Overview
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.
Director
Tetsuji Takechi, Kon Ichikawa
Writers
Tetsuji Takechi
Movie Information
Release Date
January 14, 1966
Runtime
1h 51m
Status
Released
Original Language
ja
Production
