The Gion Tempest (1958)
Synopsis
The story follows Keiko, a dancer in the "Maiko Odori" theater in Kyoto, who tries to climb the social ladder in a world driven by money and self-interest. She becomes involved with wealthy men to pursue her ambitions but faces betrayal, exploitation, and is even accused of embezzlement. As she struggles to survive, her close friend dies from a heart condition, and her plan to marry a rich man fails. In the end, Keiko realizes the harshness of reality and decides to keep dancing despite the sorrow.
Release Date: 1958-05-20
Runtime: 102 minutes
Director: Seiichiro Uchikawa
Top Cast
- Hizuru Takachiho as Kyôko
- Chieko Naniwa as Orin
- Ushio Akashi as Ryûtarô Nambara
- Manami Fuji as Miyuki
- Kodayu Ichikawa as Kanzabûro Kikumura
- Tomiko Ishii as Tomiko
- Akitake Kōno as Sakakibara
- Yōko Matsuyama as Sumie
- Frank Nagai as
- Tatsuya Nakadai as Masaki
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Original Music Composer(s): N/A
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