1h 51m
1966

The Tale of Genji

The Tale of Genji

源氏物語

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.

GenreDrama
Original Title源氏物語
LanguagesJapanese
Production CompaniesNikkatsu Corporation
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