The Tale of Genji
Genji, the illegitimate offspring of a Japanese potentate, goes by the philosophy of "love 'em and leave 'em" as a matter of course. Only when his heart is broken by Awaji does Genji realizes how much pain he himself has caused.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 源氏物語
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1951-06-11
- Runtime: 124 minutes
- Rating: 5.5/10 (6 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Daiei Film
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.5182
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Kazuo Hasegawa
as Hikaru Genji
Denjirō Ōkōchi
as Takuma nyudo
Michiyo Kogure
as Fujitsubo
Mitsuko Mito
as Aoi no ue
Machiko Kyō
as Awaji no ue
Nobuko Otowa
as Murasaki no ue
Yūji Hori
as
Yumiko Hasegawa
as Oborozukiyo
Chieko Sōma
as Kiritsubo
Yuriko Hanabusa
as Kiritsubo's mother
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Tale of Genji?▼
The Tale of Genji is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1951-06-11.
Who are the main actors in The Tale of Genji?▼
The main cast includes Kazuo Hasegawa, Denjirō Ōkōchi, Michiyo Kogure, Mitsuko Mito, Machiko Kyō, .
Where can I watch The Tale of Genji online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Tale of Genji is available.
Is The Tale of Genji based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Tale of Genji?▼
The Tale of Genji has an IMDb rating of 5.5/10 based on 6 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Tale of Genji?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Tale of Genji?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Daiei Film. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Tale of Genji filmed?▼
The Tale of Genji was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Tale of Genji?▼
The total runtime of The Tale of Genji is 124 minutes.
Is The Tale of Genji suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Tale of Genji?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Tale of Genji.
Does The Tale of Genji have a post-credit scene?▼
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