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The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum (1939)

Movie ★ 7.8 144 min

In late 19th-century Tokyo, Kikunosuke Onoue, the adopted son of a legendary actor, himself an actor specializing in female roles, discovers that the praise he receives is only due to his status as his father's heir. Devastated, he turns to Otoku, a servant of his family, for comfort, and they fall in love. Kikunosuke becomes determined to leave home and develop as an actor on his own merits, and Otoku faithfully joins him.

Kenji Mizoguchi Director

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Released
October 13, 1939
Runtime
144 min
IMDb
tt0032156
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Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum about?
In late 19th-century Tokyo, Kikunosuke Onoue, the adopted son of a legendary actor, himself an actor specializing in female roles, discovers that the praise he receives is only due to his status as his father's heir. Devastated, he turns to Otoku, a servant of his family, for comfort, and they fall in love. Kikunosuke becomes determined to leave home and develop as an actor on his own merits, and Otoku faithfully joins him.
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.
When was The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum released?
The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum is a 1939 romance, drama film.
Where can I watch The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum?
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