A Geisha movie poster

A Geisha

August 12, 1953 1h 25m 7.5/10 (56 votes)

Originally released in 1953. A Geisha is a drama film. directed by Kenji Mizoguchi. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Michiyo Kogure, Ayako Wakao, and Seizaburō Kawazu

Synopsis

Fleeing a distressing family situation, Eiko, a very young girl, becomes an apprentice to Miyoharu, a veteran geisha. Both, determined to preserve their professional integrity, must face the selfishness and ambition of several petty people.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 12, 1953 72 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
User Rating 7.5/10 Great (56 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Daiei Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Geisha about?

Fleeing a distressing family situation, Eiko, a very young girl, becomes an apprentice to Miyoharu, a veteran geisha. Both, determined to preserve their professional integrity, must face the selfis...

Who directed A Geisha?

A Geisha was directed by Kenji Mizoguchi.

How long is A Geisha?

A Geisha has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was A Geisha released?

A Geisha was released on August 12, 1953 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Geisha?

The main cast of A Geisha includes Michiyo Kogure, Ayako Wakao, Seizaburō Kawazu, Eitarō Shindō, Ichirō Sugai.