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The Lady of Musashino

1951·Movie
1h 28min
76
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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Deeply moving and romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Romance8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Family, the mind, and history

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

In post-war Japan, Michiko, a disillusioned young woman trapped in a loveless marriage, confides in her younger cousin, Tsutomo, and the two become close, but decide not to consummate their affair. He instead becomes involved with the flirtatious Tomiko, who is also conducting an affair with Michiko's husband. When Michiko finds that her husband has abandoned her, she decides to take her fate into her own hands.
Classic Japanese CinemaMelodramatic RomancePost-War DramaForbidden LoveSocietal ConstraintsPsychological ExplorationDeliberate PacingTragic AffairsCharacter Driven

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Lady of Musashino legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Lady of Musashino worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Lady of Musashino?

1 h 28 min

The Lady of Musashino runs 1 h 28 min.

What language is The Lady of Musashino in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch The Lady of Musashino?

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