The Gion Tempest
Original title: 夜の波紋
Overview
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.
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Crew
- Director
- Seiichiro Uchikawa
- Writers
- Seiichiro Uchikawa, Ryuzo Kikushima
- Production
- Shochiku
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Who directed The Gion Tempest?
The Gion Tempest was directed by Seiichiro Uchikawa.
When was The Gion Tempest released?
The Gion Tempest was released in 1958.
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