Kosui monogatari

1957Movie1 h 22 min

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A profoundly sad, deeply romantic romance movie about family and history, with standout performances and cinematography.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or adrenaline.

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Story

A melancholic love story between a young photographer and a young woman trapped in a loveless marriage for the sake of her poor father-in-law.

Feels like

  • Classic Melodrama
  • Tragic Romance
  • Visual Poeticism
  • Post-War Japanese Cinema
  • Emotional Restraint
  • Duty vs Desire
  • Atmospheric Drama
  • Heartbreaking Finale
  • Cinematic Beauty

Crew

Directed by
Hiromasa Nomura

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

May 28, 1957 · 1 h 22 min · Romance

Released
May 28, 1957
Runtime
1 h 22 min
Genres
Romance
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Kosui monogatari okay for kids?"

Questions about Kosui monogatari

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Kosui monogatari okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Kosui monogatari good for date night?

and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Kosui monogatari plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Kosui monogatari in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.