The Tale of Genji

The Tale of Genji

1966
1h 51m
9.0

9.0/10

1 votes
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.

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Status: Released

Language: JA

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Production Information

Production Companies
Nikkatsu Corporation
Production Countries
Japan
Spoken Languages
Japanese

Keywords

japan jidaigeki heian period

Quick Facts

Original Title 源氏物語
Release Date January 14, 1966
Status Released
Language JA

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