The Tale of Genji (1966)
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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Stars:
- Tetsuji Takechi
Writing:
- Tetsuji Takechi
- Murasaki Shikibu
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Release Date: 1966-01-14
- Country: JP
- Language: 日本語
- Runtime: 111
Fujitsubo
Lady Murasaki
Chujo Tono
Yugao
Little Lady Akashi
Lady Akashi
Lady Aoi
Oborozukiyo
Utsusemi
Amagimi
Lady Aoi
