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The Life of Oharu

The Life of Oharu

In 17th century Edo Period Japan, a noblewoman's banishment for her love affair with a lowly page signals the beginning of her inexorable fall.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 西鶴一代女
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1952-04-17
  • Runtime: 136 minutes
  • Rating: 7.7/10 (186 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Koi Productions, Shintoho Company, TOHO
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.9012
  • Languages: Japanese

Cast & Crew

Kinuyo Tanaka

Kinuyo Tanaka

as Oharu

Tsukie Matsuura

Tsukie Matsuura

as Tomo

Ichirō Sugai

Ichirō Sugai

as Shinzaemon

Hisako Yamane

Hisako Yamane

as Lady Matsudaira

Toshirō Mifune

Toshirō Mifune

as Katsunosuke

Jūkichi Uno

Jūkichi Uno

as Yakichi Ogiya

Eitarō Shindō

Eitarō Shindō

as Kahe Sasaya

Akira Ōizumi

Akira Ōizumi

as Fumikichi

Masao Shimizu

Masao Shimizu

as Kikuoji

Daisuke Katō

Daisuke Katō

as Tasaburo Hishiya

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Saikaku ichidai onna (The Life of Oharu) 1952 Trailer

Essential Cinema Series: Three Japanese Masters

External Links

Keywords

prostitutebased on novel or bookdespaircourtesanbanishmentconcubinememorytold in flashbacknoblewomanshameedo periodfeudal lordfeudal japan17th centurysold into slaverytragic destinylife storyfallen womansocial scandalwoman with pastsuffering womantragic heroineforced into prostitution

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Life of Oharu?

The Life of Oharu is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1952-04-17.

Who are the main actors in The Life of Oharu?

The main cast includes Kinuyo Tanaka, Tsukie Matsuura, Ichirō Sugai, Hisako Yamane, Toshirō Mifune, .

Where can I watch The Life of Oharu online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Life of Oharu is available.

Is The Life of Oharu based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Life of Oharu?

The Life of Oharu has an IMDb rating of 7.7/10 based on 186 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Life of Oharu?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Life of Oharu?

The soundtrack was composed by Koi Productions, Shintoho Company, TOHO. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Life of Oharu filmed?

The Life of Oharu was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Life of Oharu?

The total runtime of The Life of Oharu is 136 minutes.

Is The Life of Oharu suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Life of Oharu?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Life of Oharu.

Does The Life of Oharu have a post-credit scene?

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