The Crucified Lovers
1954 ‧ Romance/Thriller ‧ 1h 42m
In 17th-century Japan, Ishun (Eitaro Shindo) flourishes in business but remains stingy and cruel, often mistreating his wife, Osan (Kyoko Kagawa). When her bumbling brother desperately needs money, Osan teams up with Ishun's employee, Mohei (Kazuo...
Release date: November 1970 (USA)
Director: Kenji Mizoguchi
Cinematography: Kazuo Miyagawa
Nominations: Venezia Classici Award for Best Restored Film
Distributed by: Daiei Film
Based on: Daikyōji mukashi goyomi; by Monzaemon Chikamatsu
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