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It Was a Faint Dream (1974)

Movie ★ 5.8 120 min

Drama

Set in 13th century Kyoto, where the Imperial court is under control of the clergy. Shijo was a peasant girl sold to a powerful daima as a concubine. Bored by her life in seclusion she starts an affair with State Councillor and the brother of a retired Emperor. Realising that she is only a plaything of the court, she becomes a nun and wanders the country.

Akio Jissoji Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 26, 1974
Runtime
120 min
IMDb
tt0210544
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Cast

Janet Hatta Janet Hatta Shin Kishida Shin Kishida Minori Terada Minori Terada Chisako Hara Chisako Hara Kotobuki Hananomoto Toshiaki Amada Toshiaki Amada Sandayuu Dokumamushi Sandayuu Dokumamushi Mitsuko Hoshi Mitsuko Hoshi Hōsei Komatsu Hōsei Komatsu Kōen Okumura Kōen Okumura Saburo Shinoda Saburo Shinoda Fumio Watanabe Fumio Watanabe

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Frequently asked questions

What is It Was a Faint Dream about?
Set in 13th century Kyoto, where the Imperial court is under control of the clergy. Shijo was a peasant girl sold to a powerful daima as a concubine. Bored by her life in seclusion she starts an affair with State Councillor and the brother of a retired Emperor. Realising that she is only a plaything of the court, she becomes a nun and wanders the country.
Who directed It Was a Faint Dream?
It Was a Faint Dream was directed by Akio Jissoji.
Who stars in It Was a Faint Dream?
It Was a Faint Dream stars Janet Hatta, Shin Kishida, Minori Terada, Chisako Hara.
When was It Was a Faint Dream released?
It Was a Faint Dream is a 1974 drama film.
Where can I watch It Was a Faint Dream?
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