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Ugetsu (1953)
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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.
Cast
Machiko Kyōas Lady Wakasa
Mitsuko Mitoas Ohama
Kinuyo Tanakaas Miyagi
Masayuki Morias Genjurô
Eitarō Ozawaas Tôbei
Sugisaku Aoyamaas Old Priest
Mitsusaburō Ramonas Captain of Tamba Soldiers
Ryōsuke Kagawaas Village Master
Kichijirō Uedaas Shop Owner
Shōzō Nanbuas Shintô Priest
Kikue Mōrias Ukon
Ryūzaburō Mitsuokaas Soldier
Ichirō Amanoas Boatsman
Eigorō Onoeas Knight
Facts
| Release date | March 26, 1953 |
| Runtime | 96 min (1h 36m) — about the same as the 1953 average of 103 min |
| Genres | Fantasy, Drama, Mystery |
| Original title | 雨月物語 |
| Language | JA |
| IMDb | tt0046478 |
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Questions
How long is Ugetsu?
Ugetsu runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Is Ugetsu worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8/10 across 668 votes, which places it #3 of 16 films released in 1953 in this index (top 88%) and #55 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Ugetsu?
Ugetsu was directed by Kenji Mizoguchi.
Who stars in Ugetsu?
Machiko Kyō as Lady Wakasa; Mitsuko Mito as Ohama; Kinuyo Tanaka as Miyagi; Masayuki Mori as Genjurô; Eitarō Ozawa as Tôbei; Sugisaku Aoyama as Old Priest.
What is Ugetsu rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Ugetsu?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/172081.