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My Geisha

1962 · 120 min · Director: Jack Cardiff

My Geisha (1962) is a comedy, directed by Jack Cardiff. It stars Shirley MacLaine and Yves Montand. The 120-minute film holds an audience score of 6.5/10.

What My Geisha Is About

The director Paul Robaix breaks his own habit and leaves his wife, the comic actress Lucy Dell, out of his new production, an adaptation of Madame Butterfly. Lucy is not deterred. She flies to Tokyo, passes herself off as a Japanese geisha, and wins the part from a husband who suspects nothing. Under the makeup the trouble multiplies: a leading man with wandering hands, and a husband slowly realising his brilliant new discovery looks familiar. Jack Cardiff, who came from cinematography, directed in 1962, with Shirley MacLaine and Yves Montand. Seen now, the disguise itself is the most uncomfortable thing in the film.

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What is My Geisha about?

The director Paul Robaix breaks his own habit and leaves his wife, the comic actress Lucy Dell, out of his new production, an adaptation of Madame Butterfly. Lucy is not deterred.

Where can I watch My Geisha?

My Geisha is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is My Geisha?

My Geisha runs for 120 minutes (2h).

When did My Geisha come out?

My Geisha was released in 1962.

Who directed My Geisha?

My Geisha was directed by Jack Cardiff.

Who stars in My Geisha?

My Geisha stars Shirley MacLaine, Yves Montand, Edward G. Robinson, Robert Cummings.

What is My Geisha's rating?

My Geisha holds 6.5/10 on IMDb and 6.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 66 out of 100.

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