The Crucified Lovers(近松物語)
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Japan · 1954
1h 42m
Director Kenji Mizoguchi
Starring Kazuo Hasegawa, Kyōko Kagawa, Eitarō Shindō, Eitarō Ozawa
Genre Drama, Romance
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In 17th century Kyoto, Osan is married to Ishun, a wealthy miserly scroll-maker. When Osan is falsely accused of having an affair with the best worker, Mohei, the pair flee the city and declare their love for each other. Ishun orders his men to find them, and separate them to avoid public humiliation.
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