Ugetsu (1954)
Storyline
In 16th century Japan, peasants Genjuro and Tobei sell their earthenware pots to a group of soldiers in a nearby village, in defiance of a local sage's warning against seeking to profit from warfare. Genjuro's pursuit of both riches and the mysterious Lady Wakasa, as well as Tobei's desire to become a samurai, run the risk of destroying both themselves and their wives, Miyagi and Ohama.
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Movie Details
| Original title | 雨月物語 |
|---|---|
| Release date | Sep 7, 1954 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, japan, ghost, tragedy, greed, black and white, samurai, rural area, feudal japan, jidaigeki, sengoku period, bigamy |
FAQ
What is Ugetsu about?
In 16th century Japan, peasants Genjuro and Tobei sell their earthenware pots to a group of soldiers in a nearby village, in defiance of a local sage's warning against seeking to profit from warfare. Genjuro's pursuit of both riches and the mysterious Lady Wakasa, as well as Tobei's desire to become a samurai, run the risk of destroying both themselves and their wives, Miyagi and Ohama.
When was Ugetsu released?
Ugetsu was released on Sep 7, 1954 (status: Released).
Who directed Ugetsu?
Kenji Mizoguchi directed Ugetsu.
What is the TMDB rating of Ugetsu?
Ugetsu has a TMDB rating of 8.0/10 from 667 votes.