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The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum

1939 · 144 min · Director: Kenji Mizoguchi

The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum (1939) is a romance drama, directed by Kenji Mizoguchi. It stars Shōtarō Hanayagi and Kakuko Mori. The 144-minute film holds an audience score of 7.8/10.

Cast
Shōtarō Hanayagi Shōtarō Hanayagi Kakuko Mori Kakuko Mori Kōkichi Takada Kōkichi Takada K Kinnosuke Takamatsu G Gonjurô Kawarazaki B Benkei Shiganoya

What The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum Is About

Tokyo at the end of the nineteenth century. Kikunosuke is the adopted son of a famous kabuki actor and plays female roles himself; one day he learns that the praise he receives has to do with his father's name rather than his ability. The only person who tells him so is Otoku, a servant in the house, and the two attach themselves to each other. When the family refuses the relationship, Kikunosuke leaves home and starts playing with small provincial troupes; Otoku goes with him and it is she who pays for it. Mizoguchi uses almost no close-ups, staging in long takes from a distance.

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What is The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum about?

Tokyo at the end of the nineteenth century. Kikunosuke is the adopted son of a famous kabuki actor and plays female roles himself; one day he learns that the praise he receives has to do with his father's name rather than his ability.

Where can I watch The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum?

The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum?

The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum runs for 144 minutes (2h 24m).

When did The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum come out?

The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum was released in 1939.

Who directed The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum?

The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum was directed by Kenji Mizoguchi.

Who stars in The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum?

The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum stars Shōtarō Hanayagi, Kakuko Mori, Kōkichi Takada, Kinnosuke Takamatsu.

What is The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum's rating?

The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum holds 7.7/10 on IMDb and 7.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 76 out of 100.

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