Japan, 1159. Moritō, a brave samurai, performs a heroic act by rescuing the lovely Kesa during a violent uprising. Moritō falls in love with her, but becomes distraught when he finds out that she is married.
Cinematography
First Japanese color film — those gates BURN.
Costume
Heian-period layers you want to fall into.
Acting
Machiko Kyō's face: micro-expressions masterclass.
Director
Teinosuke Kinugasa
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
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